AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoTourism Demand: Expedia’s 2026 Island Hot List puts Saint Lucia at No. 1, citing a 125% jump in year-on-year search growth and highlighting hikes, diving, cocoa experiences, and romantic stays. Fuel Costs & Budget Pressure: Government will keep fuel prices unchanged despite absorbing EC$44.9m in lost revenue since April, driven by lower gasoline excise collections and cooking gas subsidies amid volatile global oil markets. Water Infrastructure Upgrade: WASCO is moving ahead with major projects, including the Northern Pipeline Project starting in August to replace a 40-year-old line with “no significant disruption,” plus other supply and rehabilitation works. Industrial Relations: Two collective agreements were signed to settle long-running labour issues at Millennium Heights Medical Complex and WASCO, supporting allowances/benefits and a 6% salary increase. Regional Policy Shock: EU pressure is building to phase out Citizenship by Investment programmes by June 1, 2028, with Nevis Premier Mark Brantley urging a longer transition and broader CARICOM/OECS coordination. Culture & Community: Kisha Kay becomes the first female Groovy Soca Monarch winner; Soufrière Carnival ends on a high note; Babonneau forms a cultural ambassadors dance group.
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