AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoEastern Caribbean Currency: The ECCB has started rolling out redesigned EC/XCD banknotes that replace Queen Elizabeth II with national heroes, including St. Vincent’s Sir Arthur Lewis and other regional figures. Cricket Tributes: SVG Parliament paused to honour Sir Garfield Sobers, calling him a “bracket all by himself” legend whose style and flair shaped Caribbean cricket. Film & Festivals: Hairouna Film Festival director Aiko Roudette says Cannes participation will help keep the Vincentian film industry visible globally. Education Costs: The education minister says secondary school registration fees were “a mess,” and Form 1 students are set to see registration and tuition fees cancelled from September 2026. Tech Diplomacy on Screen: Taiwan’s embassy hosted a screening of “A Chip Odyssey,” spotlighting tech innovation and 45 years of SVG–Taiwan partnership. Music Loss: Tributes continue for Ray King, the Vincentian-born ska/2-Tone influence who built a major UK soul legacy. Sports Milestone: Stacyann Adams was celebrated as SVG’s first female Test cricket commentator.
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