AGP Executive Report

Health & Trade in the Caribbean: Martinique’s health minister Dr Frank Anthony says an oncology centre on the island is ready to supply Guyana with radioactive drugs (isotopes) to treat certain cancers, following discussions with Guyanese doctors. Regional Connectivity: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes have launched interline agreements to let passengers book combined itineraries on one ticket, with baggage checked through—linking Eastern Caribbean routes with Guadeloupe, Martinique and French Guiana, and onward to Paris-Orly. Aviation Partnerships: Winair’s interline deal with U.S. carrier Contour Airlines took effect May 5, aiming to make island-to-island travel less costly and time-consuming by improving connections through a single itinerary. Public Health Accountability: France’s National Assembly has voted unanimously to recognise the state’s “share of responsibility” in the chlordecone scandal affecting Guadeloupe and Martinique, tied to long-term health and environmental harm. Legal & Historical Reckoning: France also moved to repeal the Code Noir, a slavery-era law that had never been formally removed from French law—an important symbolic step for the Caribbean overseas territories. Business & Investment: First Rock Real Estate Investments plans an additional public offering to fund property acquisitions and working capital, targeting growth in recurring rental income.

Regional Airlift & Connectivity: Winair, Contour Airlines, LIAT Air and Air Caraïbes are rolling out new interline partnerships to make it easier to move across the Caribbean on one ticket, with through-checked baggage and fewer costly rebookings—an effort aimed at fixing long-standing fragmented travel links. Martinique in the Aviation Mix: Air Caraïbes’ network includes Guadeloupe, Martinique and French Guiana, while Air France keeps an unusual Miami–Guadeloupe A320 service that can connect onward via Martinique and French Guiana. Legal & Health Accountability (Chlordecone): France’s National Assembly has voted to recognize the state’s “share of responsibility” in the chlordecone pesticide scandal affecting Guadeloupe and Martinique, with lawmakers also backing goals for decontamination, research and support for affected farmers and fishermen. Symbolic Justice (Code Noir Repeal): France unanimously repealed the Code Noir, a slavery-era law that had remained on the books—seen as a major symbolic step, though reparations details remain unresolved. Regional Environment & Jobs: OECS and partners are sending a delegation to Martinique and Guadeloupe to study sargassum management and value-added uses, supported by the EU and OECS. Local Business & Finance: First Rock Real Estate reports stable Q1 results, citing higher rental income and plans for an additional public offering to fund acquisitions, including in Martinique.

Chlordecone Accountability: France’s National Assembly has unanimously adopted a bill recognizing the state’s “share of responsibility” for the health, moral, environmental and economic harm linked to chlordecone in Guadeloupe and Martinique, with MPs citing contamination affecting nearly 90% of adults and links to cancers and other long-term impacts. Regional Aviation Connectivity: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes signed an interline agreement to let passengers book on one ticket with through-checked baggage, linking LIAT’s Eastern Caribbean network with Air Caraïbes services from Guadeloupe, Martinique and French Guiana onward to Paris-Orly. Tourism & Airlift Push (Grenada): Grenada outlined an ambitious 12–24 month tourism agenda focused on site upgrades, digital marketing, community tourism, sustainable investment and stronger partnerships, alongside efforts to improve airlift and visitor experience. Climate Adaptation Work (Grenada): Grenada hosted a validation workshop for its Citizen’s Guide to Climate Change Adaptation, updating the National Adaptation Plan 2025–2030 with clearer, more practical guidance for communities. Legal Training for Business (Eastern Caribbean): The OHADAC Regional Arbitration Centre (CARO) and OECS will launch June 10 training on arbitration and ADR to strengthen access to economic justice across the region, including Martinique and Guadeloupe. Sargassum Management Mission (OECS): An OECS delegation visited Martinique and Guadeloupe (June 1–4) to study sargassum management and explore value-added uses, supported by the EU and SARSEA.

Pesticide Accountability: France’s National Assembly has unanimously backed a bill recognizing the state’s “share of responsibility” for long-term harm from chlordecone (Kepone) in Guadeloupe and Martinique, where MPs cite contamination affecting most adults and links to serious cancers, pushing decontamination and compensation goals forward. Legal & Historical Reckoning: France also moved to repeal the slavery-era Code Noir after it stayed on the books for centuries, a symbolic step that lawmakers say still leaves reparations and systemic racism unresolved. Regional Aviation & Connectivity: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes launched an interline agreement for single-ticket travel with through-checked baggage, linking English, French and Dutch-speaking islands and improving business and tourism travel flows that include Martinique and Guadeloupe. Business Finance: First Rock Real Estate Investments says it delivered stable first-quarter results, with rental income growth and plans for an additional public offering to fund acquisitions, including in Martinique. Trade & Dispute Resolution: OHADAC’s CARO Centre and the OECS will launch training on arbitration and ADR to strengthen access to economic justice across the Eastern Caribbean, including Martinique and Guadeloupe. Climate & Environment: An OECS delegation is visiting Martinique and Guadeloupe to study sargassum management and value-added uses, supported by the EU and regional partners.

Aviation & Connectivity: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes signed an interline agreement to let passengers book combined itineraries on one ticket, with baggage checked through—linking LIAT’s Eastern Caribbean network (via Antigua) with Air Caraïbes services from Guadeloupe, Martinique and French Guiana, plus onward connections to Paris-Orly. Aviation Realignment: Commentary flags the timing as part of a broader regional reshuffle as Caribbean Airlines cuts and market exits coincide with new hub dynamics. Public Health & Accountability: France’s National Assembly backed a bill acknowledging the state’s “share of responsibility” in the chlordecone (Kepone) scandal, tied to long-term harm in Martinique and Guadeloupe, with decontamination and compensation goals now on the table. Legal & Historical Justice: France also moved to repeal the Code Noir, the 1685 slavery-era decree that kept enslaved people legally classified as property—an important symbolic step, but without reparations details. Business & Finance: First Rock Real Estate plans an additional public offering to fund acquisitions and working capital, while reporting stable first-quarter results supported by higher rental income. Regional Economic Justice: OHADAC and CARO will launch training on arbitration and ADR across the Eastern Caribbean, aiming to strengthen access to economic justice for businesses and investors.

Regional Air Connectivity: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes signed an interline agreement to let passengers book combined itineraries on one ticket with through-checked baggage, linking LIAT’s Eastern Caribbean network (via Antigua) with Air Caraïbes services from Guadeloupe, Martinique and French Guiana, plus onward connections to Paris-Orly. Aviation Market Shift: Commentary highlights a structural realignment in Caribbean aviation as Caribbean Airlines cuts coincide with new hub dynamics and the LIAT–Air Caraïbes deal. Chlordecone Accountability: France’s National Assembly voted unanimously to recognize the state’s “share of responsibility” in the chlordecone pesticide scandal affecting Guadeloupe and Martinique, with plans for decontamination and compensation frameworks. Legal Justice Training: OECS and OHADAC’s CARO Centre will launch arbitration and ADR capacity-building across the Eastern Caribbean, including Martinique and Guadeloupe, aiming to improve access to economic justice for businesses and investors. Climate & Environment: An OECS delegation visited Martinique and Guadeloupe to study sargassum management and value-added uses, supported by the EU under SARSEA. Local Business Finance: First Rock Real Estate reported stable Q1 results, with higher rental income and plans for an additional public offering to fund acquisitions, including in Martinique.

Caribbean Aviation & Connectivity: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes have signed an interline agreement to let passengers book on one ticket, with through-checked baggage, linking LIAT’s Eastern Caribbean network (from Antigua) with Air Caraïbes services in Guadeloupe, Martinique and French Guiana, plus onward connections to Paris-Orly. Regional Legal & Business Climate: The OHADAC Regional Arbitration Centre (CARO) and the OECS will launch June 10 training on arbitration and ADR across the Eastern Caribbean, aiming to make dispute resolution more predictable and accessible for businesses and investors. Chlordecone Accountability: France’s National Assembly has voted unanimously to recognize the state’s “share of responsibility” for health, environmental and economic harm from chlordecone in Guadeloupe and Martinique, with decontamination and support measures outlined. Real Estate Financing: First Rock Real Estate Investments plans an additional public offering to fund property acquisitions and working capital, targeting growth in recurring rental income. Climate & Water Stress: Caribbean islands face worsening drought and heat linked to strong El Niño conditions, raising pressure on freshwater supplies and agriculture. Culture & History: France moves to repeal the Code Noir, a slavery-era law that had remained on the books, a symbolic step with ongoing calls for deeper justice.

Chlordecone Reparations Push: France’s National Assembly has unanimously voted to recognize the state’s “share of responsibility” for the health, environmental and economic harm caused by chlordecone in Guadeloupe and Martinique, where more than 90% of adults are contaminated; the law sets decontamination and compensation goals and calls for further research and support for affected fishermen and farmers. Aviation Connectivity for the French Caribbean: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes signed an interline agreement to sell single-ticket itineraries with through-checked baggage, linking LIAT’s Eastern Caribbean network with Air Caraïbes services from Guadeloupe, Martinique and French Guiana to Paris-Orly. Air France’s Miami–Caribbean Link: Air France continues an unusual Airbus A320 route from Miami to Guadeloupe (with onward island-hopping connections including Martinique), reflecting how carriers adapt routes amid security and regulatory constraints. Regional Legal Access: The OHADAC Regional Arbitration Centre (CARO) and the OECS will launch training on arbitration and ADR across the Eastern Caribbean, aiming to make dispute resolution more predictable for businesses and investors. Sargassum Management Mission: An OECS delegation is visiting Martinique and Guadeloupe to study sargassum collection and value-added uses, supported by the EU and regional partners. Business Finance Watch: First Rock Real Estate plans an additional public offering to fund property acquisitions and working capital, targeting growth in recurring rental income.

Chlordecone Accountability: France’s National Assembly has unanimously adopted a bill recognizing the State’s “share of responsibility” in the chlordecone pesticide scandal affecting Martinique and Guadeloupe, citing long-term health and environmental harm and pointing to an upcoming inspection mission for remediation. Regional Air Connectivity: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes have launched an interline agreement, letting passengers book on one ticket with through-checked baggage across networks that include Guadeloupe and Martinique, with onward links to Europe via Paris-Orly. Legal Training for Business Disputes: The OHADAC Regional Arbitration Centre (CARO), with the OECS, will launch June 10 training on arbitration and ADR to strengthen access to economic justice for regional businesses and investors. Real Estate Financing Watch: First Rock Real Estate is planning an additional public offering to fund property acquisitions, including a Martinique target, as it reports stable first-quarter performance and seeks more recurring rental income. Climate & Water Stress: A new water-from-air technology and broader Caribbean drought warnings highlight growing pressure on freshwater supplies and resilience planning across the region. Aviation Route Update: Air France continues its unusual Miami–Guadeloupe service using an Airbus A320, part of an island-hopping network that also touches Martinique and supports regional travel flows.

Chlordecone Accountability: France’s National Assembly has unanimously adopted a bill recognizing the State’s “share of responsibility” in the chlordecone pesticide scandal affecting Guadeloupe and Martinique, citing contamination levels of nearly 90% of adults and long-term health and economic harm, with an interministerial inspection mission planned to assess remediation. Regional Aviation Connectivity: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes have launched an interline agreement to let passengers book on one ticket with through-checked baggage across both networks, linking Eastern Caribbean routes with Air Caraïbes services from Guadeloupe, Martinique and French Guiana and onward to Paris-Orly. Cruise Trade Sales: MSC Cruises’ North America trade sales SVP Erin Douglas discussed how the line is expanding in the U.S. while keeping travel advisors engaged through “MSC curious” outreach. Real Estate Financing: First Rock Real Estate is preparing an additional public offering (APO) after stable first-quarter results, targeting new income-generating acquisitions including commercial properties in Martinique and Costa Rica. Legal & History: France moved to repeal the Code Noir slavery edict (254-0 in the National Assembly), a major symbolic step that still leaves reparations debates unresolved. Environment & Water Security: A Nobel Prize-winning scientist’s “water-from-air” technology could produce up to 1,000 litres of drinking water daily, while a regional OECS mission in Martinique and Guadeloupe focuses on sargassum management and turning seaweed into value-added products.

Regional Air Connectivity: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes signed an interline agreement to let passengers book on a single ticket and point of sale, with through-checked baggage, linking LIAT’s Eastern Caribbean network (from Antigua) with Air Caraïbes services from Guadeloupe, Martinique and French Guiana, plus Air Caraïbes’ Paris-Orly link. Local Aviation Route Watch: Air France is also running an unusual Miami–Guadeloupe Airbus A320 service that forms part of an island-hopping network reaching Martinique and French Guiana before onward connections to Brazil. Legal & Historical Accountability: France’s National Assembly voted unanimously (254-0) to repeal the 1685 Code Noir, removing the slavery-era law that treated enslaved people as property; the move is widely seen as symbolic, with no reparations plan included. Public Health & Environment: French lawmakers acknowledged state responsibility for long-term harm from chlordecone (Kepone) in Martinique and Guadeloupe, where contamination affects most residents and has been linked to serious cancers. Business & Investment: First Rock Real Estate reported stable first-quarter results, supported by higher rental income, and says it is pursuing acquisitions in Costa Rica and Martinique worth about US$28 million. Trade & Justice Capacity: OECS and OHADAC’s CARO Centre will launch training on arbitration and ADR to strengthen access to economic justice across the Eastern Caribbean, including Martinique and Guadeloupe. Sargassum Management: An OECS delegation is visiting Martinique and Guadeloupe to study sargassum handling and develop value-added uses, backed by the EU and OECS.

Aviation Connectivity: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes signed an interline agreement to let passengers book on a single ticket and check baggage through to the final destination, linking Eastern Caribbean routes with Air Caraïbes services from Guadeloupe, Martinique and French Guiana, plus long-haul to Paris Orly. Regional Aviation Realignment: A wider regional aviation shake-up continues as Caribbean Airlines cuts routes and other carriers adjust networks, while analysts point to emerging hub focus around Antigua, Barbados and Sint Maarten. Legal & Business Climate: France’s National Assembly unanimously voted to repeal the 1685 Code Noir, removing slavery-era rules that treated enslaved people as “movable property”; the move is symbolic and reparations are not included, but it directly affects how colonial history is handled in law and education. Trade & Justice Access: OHADAC and the CARO Regional Arbitration Centre will launch training on arbitration and ADR across the Eastern Caribbean, aiming to make commercial dispute resolution more predictable for businesses and investors, including in Martinique. Tourism & Investment: First Rock Real Estate reported stable first-quarter performance and is pursuing new income-generating acquisitions in Costa Rica and Martinique, targeting about US$28 million in deals. Community & Social Economy: Martinique-based partners helped deliver nearly 4,000 recycled eyewear pairs to support visually impaired people in Saint Lucia, reinforcing cross-island solidarity.

Regional Aviation Connectivity: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes have signed an interline agreement letting passengers book on a single ticket with through-checked baggage, linking LIAT’s Eastern Caribbean network (via Antigua) with Air Caraïbes services from Guadeloupe, Martinique and French Guiana plus its Paris-Orly link. Hurricane Readiness: Liberty Caribbean says it is ready for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, pointing to strengthened network resilience and emergency response after Hurricane Melissa’s impact. Real Estate Returns: First Rock Real Estate reports stable Q1 performance, with net profit around US$522,000, driven by higher rental income, and says it is pursuing acquisitions in Costa Rica and Martinique totaling about US$28 million. Public Finance Pushback (GDB): Grenada Development Bank rejects online claims about its 2024 results, saying the loss was mainly due to software write-offs and loan-loss provisions. Trade & Cooperation: A working session in Haiti reviewed about 15 French-backed development projects, while Saint Lucia and Martinique move to deepen trade ties aimed at EU export access. Colonial Legacy in France: France’s National Assembly voted 254-0 to repeal the slavery-era Code Noir, a symbolic step that still leaves reparations details unclear.

Regional Aviation & Connectivity: Caribbean Airlines is cutting routes and frequencies from June 1, including exits from Dominica, St Kitts and Ogle-Suriname, plus reduced service to Martinique and Guadeloupe—while St Kitts and Nevis says it wasn’t consulted. Airline Partnerships: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes signed an interline deal starting June 1, letting passengers book on one ticket with through-checked baggage across English- and French-speaking Caribbean links. Trade & Investment (Martinique link): Saint Lucia is pushing new trade partnerships with Martinique, aiming to boost export collaboration and align product testing, certification and logistics under a CARIFORUM-EU framework. Tourism & Business Growth: MSC Opera will base in the Southern Caribbean (including Martinique) for summer cruises from late 2026, while Grenada prepares an InterContinental resort opening in November 2026. Real Estate: First Rock targets about US$28m in income-generating property deals across Costa Rica and Martinique as it returns to profit. Social & Historical Policy: France’s National Assembly voted 254-0 to repeal the slavery-era Code Noir, a symbolic but high-profile step that still leaves reparations undecided. Climate Risk: Caribbean islands face drought pressure and extreme heat linked to strong El Niño conditions, threatening water, farming and tourism infrastructure.

Regional Aviation Shake-Up: Caribbean Airlines is cutting routes and frequencies, including withdrawing from St. Kitts and Nevis and Dominica from June 1, while reducing service to Martinique and Guadeloupe to twice weekly—sparking complaints that St. Kitts officials were not consulted and raising concerns for tourism and business travel. Connectivity Fixes: At the same time, LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes signed an interline deal starting June 1, letting passengers book on one ticket with through-checked baggage across English- and French-speaking Caribbean networks and onward to Europe. Local Trade & Exports: Saint Lucia is pushing new trade links with Martinique, aiming to strengthen exports to the EU through practical work on product readiness, certification, and compliance. Real Estate Investment: First Rock Real Estate Investments says it has returned to profit and is negotiating income-generating commercial property acquisitions in Costa Rica and Martinique worth about US$28m. Climate & Water Pressure: Caribbean islands are facing drought stress and extreme heat tied to a strong El Niño pattern, threatening agriculture, ecosystems, and tourism infrastructure. France’s Colonial Law Repeal: France’s National Assembly voted 254-0 to repeal the slavery-era Code Noir, a symbolic but significant step that still leaves the Senate to approve.

Regional Aviation Shake-Up: Caribbean Airlines is cutting routes and frequencies from June 1, including exits from Dominica, St Kitts and the Ogle–Suriname corridor, while halving service to Martinique and Guadeloupe—moves that are already sparking political and business concern about connectivity. New Connectivity Deal: LIAT 2020 and Air Caraïbes have signed an interline agreement starting June 1, letting passengers book on one ticket with through-checked baggage across both networks, linking the French islands (Guadeloupe, Martinique, French Guiana) with the Eastern Caribbean. Local Business & Investment: First Rock Real Estate Investments says it has returned to profit and is negotiating property acquisitions in Costa Rica and Martinique worth about US$28m to boost recurring income. Trade Links with Martinique: Saint Lucia is pushing new trade and investment cooperation with Martinique, aiming to improve export readiness and operationalize CARIFORUM-EU cooperation. Social & Community Support: Saint Lucia’s Department of Equity received nearly 4,000 recycled eyewear pairs via Lions Clubs and partners in Martinique, supporting visually impaired people. Climate Pressure: Caribbean islands face worsening drought and heat stress in 2026, threatening water supplies, farming and tourism infrastructure. France’s Colonial Law Repeal: France’s National Assembly voted 254-0 to repeal the Code Noir slavery edicts, a symbolic but historic step with overseas territories including Martinique at the center.