AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoRegional Investment: The U.S. announced more than US$340 million for Caribbean and Central American projects, including undersea cables, healthcare and security. SVG took part in the talks, though the package is regional. Emergency Infrastructure: NEMO and Global Support and Development are seeking contractors to retrofit warehouses in Barrouallie and Georgetown as emergency hubs, with resilient buildings, communications and water systems. Tourism Research: Vincentian researcher Dalano DaSouza won the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s inaugural intelligence award for a study on why residents choose travel outside the region, highlighting costs, flights and visa access. Tourism Promotion: Canadian travel advisor Lois Barbour was named the top advisor in Canada for sending visitors to SVG. Trade and Agriculture: SVG’s participation in South Korea’s World Island Exhibition is promoting local products and investment opportunities; a Kingstown World Food Day exhibition also showcased farmers, fishers and agro-processors. Shipping: The SVG Postal Corporation is pursuing service improvements and cross-border e-commerce opportunities to support local businesses.
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