AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoRenewables Push: Saint Lucia’s Energy Minister Shawn Edward urged faster solar and geothermal rollout to cut rising fuel-linked electricity costs. Airport Upgrade: Hewanorra International Airport redevelopment is at an “advanced stage,” with the air traffic control tower about 95% complete and aiming for a fully functional tower in early 2027. Cruise Port Scholarships: Saint Lucia Cruise Port awarded two full undergraduate scholarships to Shyne Savory and Rhea Barrett, covering tuition and living costs for up to four years. Food Security: The Agriculture Ministry says an egg shortage is tied to farmers turning over flocks and highlights the gap caused by unregistered farmers missing support. Misinformation Watch: Officials debunked a viral “snake in toilet” claim, saying the video wasn’t recorded in Saint Lucia. CPL & Connectivity: Flow launched its Caribbean-wide “We Live For This” campaign for the 2026 Republic Bank CPL, backing regional sports tourism and fan engagement. Roadworks Procurement: Government targets a November contract award for Julien R. Hunte Highway rehabilitation, pending procurement steps. Labour Relations: A long-awaited collective agreement was signed between SMMA and the Civil Service Association, unlocking wage benefits for workers. Trade Policy: A new Section 201 safeguard measure in the U.S. sets a four-year tariff-rate quota on quartz surface products starting Aug. 15, raising costs if importers exceed quota.
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