AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoCARICOM & Martinique Integration: Martinique has officially joined CARICOM as an Associate Member, effective June 16, 2026, after France provided the Instrument of Accession in June; the island will take part in the 51st Regular Meeting in Saint Lucia (July 5–8), boosting CARICOM’s Associate Membership to seven jurisdictions. Regional Governance & Business Climate: CARICOM Secretary-General Dr. Carla Barnett used the opening of the Heads of Government meeting to push for deeper public participation in regional decisions, arguing the CSME depends on everyday citizens’ voices. Local Political Logistics: Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar missed the traditional stage line-up due to “logistical issues,” with her works minister acting as Prime Minister during her absence. Travel & Connectivity: Air travel demand remains a key regional lever, with Air Caraïbes highlighted for dense widebody operations linking the French Caribbean— including Martinique—to major hubs. Weather & Risk for Trade: Grenada and Petite Martinique face a tropical wave bringing heavy rain, thunderstorms, gusty winds and localized flooding risk, a reminder for supply chains and port operations.
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