AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoCHOGM Security Prep: Antigua and Barbuda is running the three-day Exercise STRONGHOLD, with a “soft lockdown” Red Zone in parts of St. John’s and public urged to follow police directions; the Treasury Department will close to the public on Friday, July 10, and courts will also adjust access during the exercise. EU CBI Pressure: The EU has asked OECS states to phase out Citizenship by Investment by June 1, 2028, warning of possible Schengen visa-free suspension; Nevis Premier Mark Brantley calls it an existential threat, while Antigua says it will protect the key revenue source. Education & Skills: ABCAS held its inaugural graduation ceremony for more than 200 students, and the Education Ministry congratulated top performers in the 2026 Grade Six National Assessment. Food & Farming: A new plant tissue culture laboratory opens to boost disease-free planting material and food security, while a workshop urges banks to invest directly in farming. Environment: Turtle nesting is down early in the season, but EAG expects a rebound and asks residents to report sightings. Sports: West Indies named Vitel Lawes for the ODI squad vs New Zealand, and the Windies secured a 1-0 Test series win over Sri Lanka in Antigua.
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