AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoTourism and Creative Industries: Junior Minister Braxton Lewis proposed turning Vincy Mas into a month-long visitor experience and building film tourism to create youth careers. Shipping: Waypoint CEO Phillon Chris Kelly urged diaspora customers to send Christmas cargo early after last year’s congestion and delays. Mayreau Investment: Invest SVG and Nativo Group signed an MOU for a proposed US$100 million, privately financed eco-resort. Construction is planned over 24 months, with local jobs, training and purchasing among its expected benefits. Energy Costs: Public concern over rising electricity bills is renewing calls for greater transparency and accountability at VINLEC. Seafood Exports: A five-year plan is being developed to strengthen inspection and safety systems, with access to European markets among the goals. Blue Economy Funding: Fisheries, marine tourism and waste-management businesses in SVG can attend an Oct. 30 launch of the final call for matching grants to support investment and competitiveness. Economic Outlook: The World Bank projects SVG growth of 2.6% in 2026 and 2027, as tourism-dependent island economies face high energy and transport costs.
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