AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoTourism Momentum: Antigua and Barbuda’s tourism week at the CHTA Marketplace is drawing fresh optimism, with regional leaders pointing to a “strong-looking” season and continued demand despite global pressure. Cruise Port Upgrade: Antigua Cruise Port is pushing ahead on the Waterfront Boardwalk—new access ramps, improved public pathways, expanded parking, and commercial works linking Heritage Quay, Redcliffe Quay and the St John’s waterfront. Climate Finance Push: Prime Minister Gaston Browne is calling for a fully funded Loss and Damage mechanism so Caribbean states can recover from disasters without piling on debt. Regional Airlift Focus: The CTO is already looking ahead to a Feb. 23, 2027 Air Connectivity Summit in Jamaica—aimed at fixing capacity gaps and boosting regional flights. Safety Spotlight: Antigua and Barbuda has climbed to 4th safest in the Caribbean in a 2026 index, ranking highest among OECS sovereign states. Global Disruption Watch: Iran-conflict fallout is still hitting Caribbean costs, with fuel and travel expenses rising.
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