AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoUN Diplomacy: Antigua and Barbuda Prime Minister Gaston Browne is in New York for UNGA81, pushing small-state priorities and citizenship-by-investment concerns in talks with the EU, while also engaging on CHOGM preparations. Regional Foreign Affairs: OECS foreign ministers met in New York to strengthen regional diplomatic coordination, with Antigua and Barbuda taking the OECS Council of Foreign Ministers chairmanship. Caribbean Talks: India and CARICOM foreign ministers met on UNGA sidelines to deepen cooperation on trade, investment, agriculture, digital governance, climate resilience and energy. Labour Rights: The People’s Union says essential services rules are being used to block workers’ industrial action by rushing disputes to the Industrial Court. Health & Training: AUA partnered with UWI Mona to expand clinical training in Jamaica for eligible medical students. Tourism & Business: Royal Caribbean agreed to invest about US$3 billion for a 50% stake in Sandals and Beaches Resorts, a major move for Caribbean all-inclusives. Maritime Safety: An Antigua and Barbuda-flagged bulk carrier, MV Cape Dao, was attacked off Oman; an Indian seafarer died and survivors were evacuated, with India calling for dialogue and diplomacy. Sports: Antigua and Barbuda Falcons celebrated a historic CPL title win, with Rahkeem “Jimbo” Cornwall urging players to stay focused after criticism.
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