AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoCHOGM Preparations: Antigua and Barbuda is preparing to welcome nearly 5,000 overseas delegates for the November 1–4 summit. Police say the airport will remain accessible, while more than 400 drivers are lined up to support transport. Canada, the UK, Jamaica and the Regional Security System are assisting with security. Small-Island Leadership: The SIDS Centre of Excellence has officially opened in Antigua, advancing a key commitment from the country’s 2024 conference on small island states; its first debt-support initiative has drawn two participating countries. Education Investment: The Caribbean Development Bank approved a US$56.2 million loan for school upgrades, with government adding US$23.6 million. Four schools will be rebuilt or expanded as resilient, accessible facilities. Arts and Culture: The new 850-seat National Performing Arts Centre has opened in St John’s. Prime Minister Gaston Browne says adjoining properties will be developed for studios and creative training, while the culture minister called for accountable management of the public investment. Regional Ties: India’s High Commissioner-designate met Prime Minister Gaston Browne to discuss ways to deepen cooperation. Tourism and Debate: American Airlines has doubled its Miami–Antigua service to two daily flights. Ahead of CHOGM, the Commonwealth secretary-general has also called for discussion of reparations for slavery, saying an apology from King Charles “wouldn’t hurt.”
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