AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoCaribbean Trade & Tourism: The Caribbean Rum Awards St Barth are nearing, bringing top global rums for blind judging, tastings and major prize events—an important spotlight for both molasses rum and Martinique/Guadeloupe rhum agricole. Regional Health & Politics: Martinique media reports say St. Kitts and Nevis PM Terrance Drew was treated for a stroke at CHUM in Fort-de-France, then flew to Miami for further checks; the diagnosis is still described as reported, not formally confirmed. Infrastructure & Local Economy: Windward’s new $4m jetty in Carriacou has opened, replacing storm-damaged infrastructure and aiming to strengthen links with Petite Martinique for fishing, trade and school travel. Public Safety: Martinique faces renewed alarm after three shootings in three days, including a fatal attack on a teenager, renewing calls for tougher security and tighter control of firearms. Agriculture & Food Systems: Dr. Didacus Jules’ address at the Youth and Women in Agriculture Symposium pushed the case for protecting who grows food and who profits, amid shifting trade rules and rising pressures on small states. Climate Risk: The Caribbean is being warned to prepare for a potentially severe drought and heat crisis into 2027, with El Niño expected to drive hotter, drier conditions across the islands.
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