AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoCARICOM Spotlight: Heads of Government wrapped up their 51st meeting in Saint Lucia, with leaders pushing practical steps on cost of living—fuel tax cuts, freight relief, cheaper intra-regional cargo, more renewables, and faster progress toward a regional ferry service. Regional Money & Identity: The ECCB unveiled redesigned EC banknotes set to replace Queen Elizabeth II’s portrait with Caribbean national heroes, including Vincentian figures like Sir K. Dwight Venner on the $50 and Robert Milton Cato on the $5, with rollout expected from late 2027. Vincymas Culture Watch: “A View from the Outside” reflects on Vincymas 2026, praising the talent and participation while noting staging and scheduling fell short of the festival’s own ideals. Sports—SVG on the Court: St. Vincent and the Grenadines opened the FIBA AmeriCup 2029 Caribbean Pre-Qualifiers with an 85-66 win over Grenada, led by rookie Shad Thomas’s 20 points, 10 rebounds, 5 assists, and 3 steals. Youth & Skills: PM Godwin Friday told SVGCC graduates the goal is a “new economy” built around creativity, innovation, and sports—plus real job creation at home. Arts Calendar: Canadian-based violinist Tanya Charles and Vincentian pianist Sean Sutherland reunite for a recital at Kingstown Methodist Church on July 14.
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