AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoCaribbean Tourism & Culture: Grenada’s Spicemas 2026 delivered a clear boost for the region’s visitor economy, with total arrivals rising 20% year-on-year to 11,299 during Aug. 2–11, driven especially by non-nationals (+24% to 9,958). Regional Business & Mobility: A Saint Lucian man, Jahvis Marlon Alfred, was extradited to Martinique to serve armed robbery, conspiracy and firearm convictions, underscoring how cross-border enforcement keeps moving. International Policy & Trade Signals: France’s President Emmanuel Macron and Canada’s PM Mark Carney announced closer cooperation from Saint-Pierre and Miquelon—covering defense, energy, fishing and advanced tech—after the EU offered Canada “associate member” status. Energy Prices (Neighbor Watch): Grenada raised kerosene and larger LPG cylinder prices while gasoline and diesel stayed unchanged, a reminder of how quickly household and business costs can shift. Local Creative Economy (Martinique-linked): The Toronto Biennial’s climate-and-food theme is also reaching Martinique through participating artists, tying culture and sustainability to wider economic conversations. Global Business Spotlight: MSC Cruises outlined its 2027-28 winter deployment, including expanded Canary Islands capacity and new Caribbean sailings from U.S. ports.
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