AGP Executive Report

Hospitality & Local Economy: The Lawrence Cocktail Trail kicks off with a people’s choice contest Thursday (5:30–7:30 p.m.), where guests sample 1–2 ounce pours from a dozen-plus bars and restaurants at Culinaria and vote for winners, with extra votes bought via donations to the Lawrence Hospitality Workers Relief Fund. Regional Health & Public Services: Reports say St Kitts and Nevis PM Dr. Terrance Drew was treated for a stroke at the University Hospital of Martinique (CHUM), later stabilised, and then flew to Miami for further checks—highlighting Martinique’s role in regional care. Water & Business Continuity: Some areas of St Michael, St George and Christ Church face no water or low pressure for several days due to work at the Ionics Desalination Plant, with long lists of affected neighborhoods. Agriculture & Jobs: A Youth and Women in Agriculture Symposium in Grenada drew over 100 young people and women, with speakers pushing for more West Indian-led farming and local value chains. Trade & Media Economics: France’s TV exports fell 21.6% in 2025 to €164.3m amid a tougher economic climate, while CNews’ rightward shift under Vincent Bolloré continues to shape France’s political agenda. Culture & Tourism: The Caribbean Rum Awards St Barth are nearing, with blind judging and a “World Championship” bringing together top rum styles, including Martinique rhum agricole.

Martinique Security: Three shootings in under 72 hours have left multiple people injured, including a teenager who died, renewing calls to curb the spread of firearms across the island. Regional Politics & Health: Reports say St Kitts and Nevis PM Dr. Terrance Drew suffered a stroke and received intensive care treatment in Martinique before travelling to Miami for further checks; officials have not fully confirmed the diagnosis publicly. Caribbean Water Disruption: Parts of St Michael, St George and Christ Church face no water or low pressure for several days due to work at the Ionics Desalination Plant. Business & Trade Watch: France’s TV exports fell 21.6% in 2025 to €164.3m, with broadcasters citing a tougher economic environment and budget cuts. Caribbean Commerce & Culture: The World Championship at the Caribbean Rum Awards St Barth is set to bring together top rum styles, including Martinique rhum agricole, for blind judging. International Headlines: Cuba sharply rejected a Trump-linked “takeover” map, while EU leaders pledged major support for Greenland amid sovereignty tensions.

EU-Greenland Partnership: European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen pledged €200m over two years during a visit to Nuuk, aiming to boost climate action, internet access, education, fisheries and hydropower—after renewed tensions tied to Donald Trump’s Greenland takeover claims. U.S. Political Theater Meets AI-Style Maps: Trump again sparked backlash by posting an AI-looking map of an “expanded” USA on Truth Social, covering North America and beyond, with odd flag details (extra stars and stripes) fueling debate over intent and policy. French Media Exports Hit Hard: France’s TV exports fell 21.6% in 2025 to €164.3m, the lowest in a decade, as broadcasters faced budget cuts and a tougher economic climate. Regional Health & Governance: St Kitts and Nevis PM Terrance Drew reportedly received stroke treatment in Martinique, with his condition said to be stabilised before further checks in Miami—though details remain unconfirmed by his government. Martinique Public Safety: Three shootings in under 72 hours in Fort-de-France and nearby areas left multiple victims, renewing calls to curb firearms circulation. Local Disruption: Some areas of St Michael, St George and Christ Church face possible no-water or low-pressure service due to work at the Ionics Desalination Plant. Caribbean Business & Events: St Lucia’s Republic Bank billfish tournament is back on track with more boats signed up, while Caribbean Airlines pushes a transformation plan focused on operations, customer service and financial sustainability. Agriculture & Youth: A Youth and Women in Agriculture symposium in Grenada highlighted growing interest in farming and the need to keep food systems West Indian. Rum & Trade Culture: Caribbean Rum Awards St Barth gears up for blind judging and a high-stakes “World Championship” showdown between rhum agricole and molasses rums.

Public Safety: Martinique is reeling after three shootings in less than 72 hours, including a fatal attack on a 17-year-old in Lamentin and two other victims in Fort-de-France/Sainte-Thérèse and Renéville—renewing urgent calls to curb the circulation of firearms. Regional Health & Politics: St Kitts and Nevis PM Terrance Drew reportedly received emergency stroke treatment in Martinique’s University Hospital (CHUM) before travelling to Miami for further checks, with details still described as “reported” rather than officially confirmed. Water & Daily Life: Ionics Desalination Plant works will trigger no water or low pressure for several days in parts of St Michael, St George and Christ Church, affecting listed areas around Fort-de-France. Caribbean Business & Trade: France’s TV exports fell 21.6% in 2025 to €164.3m amid a deteriorating economic environment, with fiction down sharply while documentary gained share. Aviation & Tourism: Caribbean Airlines says it’s pushing a transformation plan to improve operations, customer service and financial sustainability. Culture & Media: Reuters reports CNews’ rightward shift under Vincent Bolloré as far-right pundit Philippe Bilger was removed, ahead of France’s presidential election. Sports & Local Economy: St Barth’s Caribbean Rum Awards are gearing up for a major blind judging and “World Championship” showdown, spotlighting Martinique’s rhum agricole alongside molasses rums.

Cultural Exports Watch: France’s TV content exports fell 21.6% in 2025 to €164.3m, the lowest in a decade, as CNC and Unifrance cite a tougher economic climate and uncertainty; fiction still leads but dropped 27%, while documentary edged up and animation hit an all-time low. Regional Security Pressure: Martinique saw three shootings in three days, including a fatal attack on a 17-year-old in Lamentin and two other gun incidents around Fort-de-France and Sainte-Thérèse, renewing calls for stronger control of firearms. Health & Leadership: St Kitts and Nevis PM Terrance Drew was reportedly treated for a stroke at Martinique’s University Hospital (CHUM) and then travelled to Miami for further checks; officials have not fully confirmed the diagnosis publicly. Water Disruption: Some schools and businesses in parts of St Michael, St George and Christ Church face no water or low pressure for four days due to work at the Ionics Desalination Plant. Caribbean Business & Travel: Caribbean Airlines is pushing a transformation plan focused on operations, customer service and financial sustainability, including new duty-free and gift-card options. Sports & Tourism: The Republic Bank Saint Lucia Billfish Tournament is back on track with 21 boats confirmed (up from 18 last year) ahead of Sept 22–26.

Water & Utilities Disruption: Martinique is set for major water supply disruption for the next four days due to work at the Ionics Desalination Plant, with some areas facing no water or low pressure, including parts of St Michael, St George and Christ Church. Regional Sports & Tourism: The Republic Bank Saint Lucia International Billfish Tournament has launched with strong early momentum—more boats already signed up than last year—aiming for a record turnout later this month. Public Health & Leadership: Reports say St Kitts and Nevis PM Terrance Drew received stroke treatment at Martinique’s University Hospital (CHUM), with his condition stabilised before further checks in Miami; diagnosis details remain unconfirmed officially. Security & Public Order: Martinique faces renewed pressure after three shootings in three days, including a fatal attack on a teenager in Lamentin, reigniting calls for tougher control of firearms. Business & Aviation: Caribbean Airlines is pushing a transformation programme focused on operations, customer service and financial sustainability, alongside new customer offerings. Culture & Media: A Reuters report says Bolloré’s CNews has hardened its right-wing line ahead of France’s 2027 presidential election, with the removal of conservative pundit Philippe Bilger.

Aviation & Tourism: Caribbean Airlines is pushing a transformation plan aimed at stronger operations, better customer service and long-term financial sustainability, while rolling out new customer perks like a Duty-Free Bridal Registry and gift cards. Public Health & Regional Affairs: Martinique media reports say St Kitts and Nevis PM Dr Terrance Drew suffered a stroke and was treated at the University Hospital of Martinique, with his condition stabilised before he travelled to Miami for further checks (diagnosis not officially confirmed). Infrastructure & Trade: A new $4m jetty in Windward, Carriacou, has opened to replace hurricane-damaged infrastructure and improve transport links with Petite Martinique, supporting fishing, trade and school travel. Security & Public Order: Martinique faces renewed alarm after three shootings in three days, including a teenager’s death and multiple serious injuries, renewing calls to curb the circulation of firearms. Agriculture & Youth: A regional Youth and Women in Agriculture Symposium in Grenada highlights growing interest in farming, with speakers stressing the urgency of protecting food and livelihoods as trade and climate pressures mount. Business & Finance (Regional): Grenada’s parliament is considering a large supplemental appropriation tied to Hurricane Beryl recovery, with debate over spending oversight and fiscal risk. Sports & Community: Saint Lucia’s junior surfing team is competing in El Salvador, with training that included Martinique, reflecting growing regional sports development. Energy/Climate Risk: Caribbean leaders are warning of a potential drought and heat crisis into 2027 as El Niño strengthens, putting water, agriculture and public health under pressure.

Public Safety: Martinique faced three shootings in less than 72 hours, including a teenager fatally shot in Lamentin and two other victims wounded in Fort-de-France and Sainte-Thérèse, renewing calls to curb the circulation of firearms and restore public order. Regional Health & Diplomacy: Reports say St Kitts and Nevis Prime Minister Terrance Drew was treated for a stroke at Martinique’s University Hospital (CHUM) and then travelled to Miami for further checks, with officials still not confirming the diagnosis publicly. Trade & Infrastructure: A new $4 million jetty opened in Windward, Carriacou, replacing hurricane-damaged infrastructure and aimed at strengthening links with Petite Martinique for fishing, trade, and school transport. Agriculture & Youth: A Youth and Women in Agriculture symposium highlighted growing interest among young people and women in farming, as regional leaders push for food and economic resilience. Climate Risk: The Caribbean is being warned to prepare for a drought and heat crisis into 2027 as El Niño strengthens, putting water supplies, agriculture, and public health under pressure. Culture & Business (Rum): The Caribbean Rum Awards St Barth are nearing, with blind judging bringing together top molasses rums and rhum agricole—an event that keeps Martinique’s rum tradition in the spotlight.

Rum & Tourism: The Caribbean Rum Awards St Barth are nearing, bringing top molasses rums and rhum agricole (including Martinique’s) for blind judging, tastings, and a “World Championship” showdown where labels stay hidden. Health & Regional Politics: Martinique media reports say St Kitts and Nevis PM Dr. Terrance Drew suffered a stroke and was treated at CHUM in Fort-de-France, then travelled to Miami for further checks—though officials have not issued a detailed medical bulletin. Infrastructure & Trade: Windward’s new Windward Jetty in Carriacou has opened, replacing storm-damaged facilities and aiming to strengthen links with Petite Martinique for fishing, trade, and school and resident transport. Public Safety: Martinique faces fresh alarm after three shootings in three days, including a fatal attack on a 17-year-old and injuries across Fort-de-France and Lamentin, renewing calls for tighter control of firearms. Agriculture & Food Security: At the Youth and Women in Agriculture Symposium in Grenada, Dr. Didacus Jules stressed the urgency of keeping farming “West Indian,” as trade rules shift and support for small states strains. Climate Risk: The Caribbean is being urged to prepare for a potential drought and heat crisis into 2027 as El Niño strengthens, threatening water supplies, farming, and public health.

Caribbean 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.

Health & Leadership: Martinique media reports say St Kitts and Nevis PM Dr. Terrance Drew was treated for a stroke at the University Hospital of Martinique (CHUM), with his condition later stabilised; the diagnosis and prognosis are still not officially confirmed by his government or medical team, and he reportedly travelled to Miami for further checks. Infrastructure & Trade: A new $4m jetty opened in Windward, Carriacou, replacing a hurricane-damaged wooden structure and aiming to strengthen links with Petite Martinique for fishing, trade, and school/resident transport. Public Safety: Martinique faces renewed alarm after three shootings in three days, including a teenager killed in Lamentin and other serious injuries in Fort-de-France and Sainte-Thérèse, renewing calls for tighter control of firearms. Regional Economy & Governance: Grenada’s parliament is set to consider a large EC$310.9m supplemental appropriation tied to Hurricane Beryl recovery, with questions around spending and a push for faster delivery of priority projects. Climate Risk: Caribbean leaders are urged to prepare for a potentially severe drought and heat crisis into 2027 as strengthening El Niño threatens lower rainfall and higher evaporation across islands.

Infrastructure & Trade: A new $4m windward jetty in Carriacou has opened, replacing a wooden structure destroyed by Hurricane Beryl (July 2024), aiming to strengthen links with Petite Martinique for fishing, commerce and daily transport for residents and schoolchildren. Public Safety: Martinique is reeling after three shootings in three days, including a teenager killed in Lamentin and two other victims wounded in Fort-de-France and Sainte-Thérèse, renewing calls for tougher action against the spread of firearms. Health & Governance: Reports say St Kitts and Nevis PM Dr Terrance Drew was treated in Martinique after a stroke, then travelled to Miami for further checks; officials say his condition was stabilized, though detailed medical confirmation hasn’t been publicly issued. Regional Security: A Martinique-based French platoon completed urban and amphibious training in Curaçao with local forces, boosting joint readiness and regional cooperation. Climate Risk: The Caribbean faces a worsening drought and heat outlook into 2027 as El Niño strengthens, raising pressure on water, farming and public health.

CNews Political Shift: Reuters reports that conservative pundit Philippe Bilger was removed from France’s CNews after he criticised Israel’s Gaza conduct and defended the judiciary’s conviction of Nicolas Sarkozy, highlighting Bolloré’s tightening right-wing editorial line ahead of April’s presidential election. Public Safety in Martinique: Martinique saw three shootings in three days, including a fatal attack on a 17-year-old in Lamentin and two other gun incidents around Fort-de-France and Sainte-Thérèse, renewing calls for stronger control of firearms and a firmer security response. Regional Security Training: A French platoon from Martinique wrapped up urban and amphibious exercises in Curaçao with local forces, including joint drills with CURMIL at the former St. Elisabeth Hospital, aimed at boosting regional cooperation. Health & Governance (St Kitts & Nevis): Reports say Prime Minister Terrance Drew was treated for a stroke at Martinique’s CHUM, then travelled to Miami for further checks, with officials urging caution as details are still not fully confirmed publicly. Caribbean Climate Risk: CIMH and UWI warn the Caribbean could face a severe drought and heat crisis into 2027 as El Niño strengthens, putting water, farming and public health under pressure.

Health & Governance: Martinique media reports St Kitts and Nevis PM Dr Terrance Drew suffered a stroke, was stabilised at CHUM in Fort-de-France after ICU treatment, then left for Miami for further checks at Baptist Hospital—though officials have not yet issued a detailed public medical bulletin. Public Safety: Martinique saw three shootings in under 72 hours, including a fatal attack on a 17-year-old in Lamentin and two other victims in Fort-de-France and Sainte-Thérèse, renewing calls for tougher action against the circulation of firearms. Regional Security: French troops based in Martinique wrapped urban and amphibious training in Curaçao with local forces (CURMIL), including joint drills at the former St Elisabeth Hospital site. Aviation & Connectivity: Caribbean Airlines will end direct Trinidad/Tobago/Barbados return flights from Sept 2, rerouting passengers via other services, and it has also reduced frequency to Martinique and Guadeloupe to twice weekly. Climate & Water Risk: Caribbean leaders are warning of worsening drought and heat into 2027 as strengthening El Niño threatens rainfall, water supplies, agriculture and public health.

Public Safety: Martinique saw three shootings in under 72 hours, including a 43-year-old shot in Fort-de-France’s Renéville area, a 17-year-old killed in downtown Lamentin, and a 29-year-old critically wounded in Sainte-Thérèse; investigators are looking for links and the state is urged to regain control of weapons circulation. Regional Security: A French platoon from Martinique’s 33rd Marine Infantry Regiment trained in Curaçao with CURMIL, running amphibious drills and urban tactical exercises at the former St. Elisabeth Hospital to strengthen regional cooperation. Aviation & Connectivity: Caribbean Airlines will discontinue its Trinidad/Tobago/Barbados direct return flights from Sept. 2, while keeping connectivity via other schedules; it also plans to reduce service to Martinique and Guadeloupe to twice weekly. Climate & Water Risk: Caribbean leaders are warning of a drought and heat crisis stretching into 2027 as El Niño strengthens, putting water supplies, agriculture and public health under pressure. Tourism & Business: Club Med says it aims to grow from 60 resorts today to 100 by 2035, with major renovations including Buccaneer’s Creek in Martinique and new “Zen Oasis” offerings. Infrastructure & Funding: EU rules could squeeze smaller French regional airports from 2027 onward, threatening routes and jobs in regions that rely heavily on domestic traffic.

Security in Martinique: Three shootings in less than 72 hours have shaken Fort-de-France and its surroundings, with a 43-year-old shot in the thigh at Toquade (Renéville) and earlier attacks leaving a 17-year-old dead in downtown Lamentin and a 29-year-old critically wounded in Sainte-Thérèse; investigators are working, and officials are again calling for tighter control of firearms circulation. Regional defense cooperation: A Martinique-based French platoon trained in Curaçao with CURMIL, including amphibious drills and urban-environment tactical exercises at the former St. Elisabeth Hospital, underscoring renewed regional security ties. Aviation & connectivity: Caribbean Airlines will discontinue direct Trinidad/Tobago/Barbados return flights from Sept. 2, while also reducing Martinique and Guadeloupe services to twice weekly as it optimizes schedules. Climate & water risk: Caribbean leaders are urging preparation for a potentially severe drought and heat crisis into 2027, with El Niño expected to drive hotter, drier conditions and raise pressure on water, farming, and public health. Tourism & business: Club Med says it plans to expand to 100 resorts by 2035, and a Martinique-linked Club Med Buccaneer’s Creek update includes a new adults-only “Zen Oasis” concept.