AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoDiplomacy & Investment Push (Taiwan): PM Godwin Friday says SVG will not shift toward a “One China” policy, while Taiwan pledges at least US$2m to help capitalise a proposed National Development Bank and US$1.5m yearly for social programmes—alongside plans for a Taiwanese business delegation to explore solar, hotels, marine services and agriculture. Security & Policing: Friday also vowed action against an “unacceptable” surge in shootings, pointing to illegal firearms entering the country and announcing changes at the top of the police force after a Bequia security meeting. Digital Growth for MSMEs: The CDB and Barbados’ Small Business Association launched a regional digital transformation initiative to support at least 150 MSMEs across SVG and other islands, targeting digital maturity and competitiveness. Trade in Services Data: OECS, UNCTAD and ECLAC wrapped up a project to improve evidence-based services policymaking using TiSSTAT, aiming to help countries build export strategies. Agriculture & Climate Resilience: Regional agriculture ministers backed IICA’s 2026–2030 work plan, while SVG’s Karomo Browne was appointed Vice President for UNCCD COP17, boosting Caribbean land and drought priorities. Agribusiness Policy: Government is considering ending live animal exports to Grenada and moving toward a modern abattoir, with stronger enforcement of the Predial Larceny Act. Tourism & Local Industry: SVGHTA launched Taste of Vincy 2026 with cash prizes to spotlight local hospitality talent, and Vincy Mas 2027 “Road to 50” promotion kicked off in New York with diaspora engagement.
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