AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoAir Connectivity: Opposition Senator Jonathan Wehner says the government must move fast to soften the blow from JetBlue’s planned withdrawal of its New York–Antigua service, warning higher costs could hit the diaspora and visitors unless capacity is replaced. Regional Aviation: Prime Minister Gaston Browne renewed calls for an OECS-owned regional airline, arguing frequent delays and cancellations across the Eastern Caribbean are disrupting travel. Tourism Health: CARPHA and the OECS renewed their partnership to strengthen travellers’ health across OECS member states through 2030, backing a tourism-focused health program. Creative Tourism: Elite Island Resorts hosted a creatives networking push to bring more local arts into the guest experience, including new promotional work with Reggae Ambassador Causion. Culinary Pipeline: The Taste of Wadadli Junior Chef Academy 2026 continues with new internships at Galley Bay Resort and Keyonna Beach Resort, plus more students joining the programme ahead of cook-offs. Carnival Watch: Officials urged safe, responsible revelry as thunderstorms and lightning threatened outdoor Carnival events, with residents advised to monitor weather updates and seek shelter. Sustainability: Antigua and Barbuda marked International Day for the Conservation of the Mangrove Ecosystem with community education and a mangrove mural project. Infrastructure for Sport: Cricket West Indies launched an RFP for the CWI High Performance Centre at Coolidge Cricket Ground to support elite training and sports science.
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