AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoECCB & ECCU Policy: ECCB Governor Timothy N.J. Antoine will present the “From Stability to Resilience” report at the 113th Monetary Council meeting in Dominica today, with focus on global impacts and the “Big Push Agenda” (human capital, food and nutrition security, energy resilience, digital transformation, financial inclusion, tourism, and trade logistics), plus updates on CAPSS and the Fast Payment System. ECCU Currency Milestone: The ECCB is marking 50 years of the EC dollar’s fixed rate to the US dollar (EC$2.70 = US$1) and says the next 50 years will use that stability for transformation and shared prosperity. Regional Governance: A CARICOM leadership rift is growing over the reappointment of Secretary-General Dr Carla Barnett, with Trinidad and Tobago’s PM Kamla Persad-Bissessar pushing for a referral to the CCJ. Rights in the Spotlight: UK judges are hearing the final challenge to Trinidad and Tobago’s colonial-era gay sex ban, a case that could set a wider precedent across the region. Montserrat Tourism: Montserrat’s Tourism Authority says it strengthened partnerships at SMART 2026 in St. Maarten, securing 35 business meetings with regional and international travel partners. Community & Culture: MOPPA UK’s Wisdom Groove launches at its Family Fun Day for senior citizens, featuring music, gentle movement, and social connection.
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