AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoThird-Country Deportees Clash: PM Gaston Browne says Antigua and Barbuda will not accept LGBTQ deportees under any US deal, insisting on strict vetting and caps as negotiations continue. EU Visa-Free Pressure: Browne says the government is ramping up high-level talks to preserve EU visa-free access tied to citizenship-by-investment concerns, arguing an electronic travel authorization could address security worries. Tourism Ownership Push: Cabinet backs a public-private approach for the Yepton Beach hotel so Antiguans and Barbudans can hold equity, while the Jolly Beach plan shifts to preserving about 200 rooms and setting aside land for a major new hotel. Local Governance & Law: Parliament’s upcoming agenda includes bills on fatal accidents, electronic crimes, immigration and passenger data, plus motions tied to land for a secure access/exit route serving the National Performing Arts Centre. Community Advocacy: A “Ride for a Cause” rally presses for the immediate reopening of the cancer center, demanding a clear roadmap and reopening date. Sports & Travel Calendar: Antigua hosts West Indies’ Test momentum with Kemar Roach’s 300th wicket, while youth tourism leadership grows as Janica Adams is named Junior Tourism Minister.
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