AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoCARICOM Trade Talks: Dominica’s Dr. Vince Henderson chairs the 62nd COTED in Georgetown as CARICOM warns that energy-market shocks and higher fuel, food and fertiliser costs are set to push inflation and strain food security across the region. Airport Progress: PM Roosevelt Skerrit says the Wesley international airport is moving ahead on earthworks (78%), runway/taxiway (60%), and major terminal and support facilities, with quarry activity framed as construction aggregate only. CBI Tightening: New rules require successful Citizenship by Investment applicants to visit Dominica in person and spend time in-country to collect renewed passports—part of a push to strengthen links between citizens and national development. US Visa Fallout for Tourism: Gregor Nassief, newly elected CHTA president, and his wife were denied US visa renewal, raising fears of wider Caribbean travel and tourism disruption. Energy & Utilities: DOMLEC reports $1.99m profit, citing stronger sales and renewable performance, while also restoring power after a feeder fault triggered a wider outage. Budget Signals: Skerrit says the 2026–2027 budget will focus on initiatives to improve the economy, review concessions, and introduce further CBI requirements. Agriculture Import Cuts: Government plans a nearly $700,000 feed mill to reduce reliance on imported feed (over $2m annually), with cassava trials already showing promising results. Finance Sector Pressure: NCCU delinquency hit $86.4m (14.07%), with the treasurer urging stronger member accountability. Tourism & Wellness: Discover Dominica Authority hosts a wellness tourism panel as part of its 2026 Tourism Awareness Program.
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