AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoCitizenship by Investment vs EU travel access: PM Gaston Browne says Antigua and Barbuda will consult stakeholders before Parliament debates whether to adjust the Citizenship by Investment Programme to protect visa-free access to the EU, warning the country may have to weigh giving up about US$100 million against keeping unrestricted travel. U.S. migrant transfer talks: Parliament passed a resolution setting 12 strict principles for any third-country national transfer deal with the United States, with Browne pushing for a proposed US$75,000 per person and stressing sovereignty, security, and that costs must be fully settled in writing before anyone leaves the U.S. Visa-free Spain update: Spain named Antigua and Barbuda among CARICOM countries whose citizens can enter visa-free for short stays (up to 90 days in 180), reinforcing continued access to Spain and the wider Schengen area. JetBlue network shake-up: JetBlue is ending its Antigua service as it reallocates aircraft to expand Fort Lauderdale, with affected customers offered re-accommodation or refunds. Antigua Carnival coverage: Cabinet reversed a plan for a 24-hour delay on official Carnival broadcasts, clearing the way for live streaming and live TV coverage. Culture & tourism calendar: Antigua and Barbuda Art Week returns Nov. 11–18, 2026 with an expanded program and a major public installation built around 28 reclaimed doors. Regional air connectivity: LIAT launched a Guadeloupe–Montego Bay nonstop service, positioning it as a boost for multi-island travel and tourism resilience.
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