AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoTransatlantic Business & Sovereignty: French President Emmanuel Macron met Canada’s PM Mark Carney in Saint-Pierre and Miquelon, announcing closer cooperation on defense, energy, fishing, critical minerals and advanced tech (including AI), while Macron pushed back on Trump’s AI map that depicted French islands and Caribbean territories as U.S. territory. Regional Security & Trade Context: The leaders’ push comes as both countries face strained relations with the United States, with talks also expected to cover Ukraine and broader security priorities ahead of the UN General Assembly. Tourism & Local Economy (Caribbean): Grenada’s Spicemas 2026 delivered a 20% jump in visitor arrivals (11,299 vs 9,448 in 2025), with non-national arrivals up 24%, reinforcing the festival as a growing driver for tourism and the creative economy. Energy Costs (Caribbean): Grenada raised kerosene and larger LPG/bulk LPG prices (gasoline and diesel unchanged at $17), affecting households and businesses relying on higher-capacity cooking gas. Cross-border Justice (Martinique): Saint Lucia extradited Jahvis Marlon Alfred to Martinique to serve a 15-year sentence tied to armed robbery, conspiracy and firearm offences. Education & Youth (Sister Isles): Carriacou and Petite Martinique launched a 2026 Primary Schools Sports Quiz Competition to build skills and confidence through sport and learning.
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