AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoFuel & Budget Watch: Government says its “bonus-malus” fuel subsidy has left a net liability of about EC$11.85m to Sol EC and Rubis, with Sol’s debt rising sharply while Rubis’ credit position is shrinking. Agriculture & Fisheries: FAO is funding a EC$1.3m geospatial, drone-based farming and coastal risk project, and also delivered US$56k in agri equipment to boost soil testing and pest management. Disaster Resilience Finance: A bill seeks approval for a US$20m OPEC Fund loan to support disaster risk management and more transparent fiscal handling. Aviation & Connectivity: Canouan Airport upgrades backed by a CDB loan aim to fix runway damage and expand capacity for larger aircraft like the Airbus A320. Marine Safety & Jobs: Stakeholders helped shape new seafood safety and fisheries/aquaculture action plans under the World Bank’s UBEC project, targeting EU market access. Tourism Development: OECS is pushing community-based tourism policy planning across member states. Public Health: Health officials report rising HIV cases, especially ages 25–29 and men over 60, urging testing and condom use ahead of carnival. Consumer Protection: ECCB plans an Office for Financial Conduct in September to strengthen banking consumer protection and complaints handling. Logistics & Trade: Corea & Co. becomes the authorized agent for JP Logistics Solutions, launching UK-to-SVG cargo and personal effects handling.
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