AGP Executive Report

Tax Relief for Homeowners: Grenada’s Inland Revenue Division is reminding property owners they can get a 5% discount on 2026 property tax if they pay by June 30, 2026, with payments also possible online at pay.gov.gd or at IRD/DRO offices. Energy Prices: A new petroleum products price notice shows kerosene down to $14.99 (from $16.74), while gasoline and diesel stay unchanged; LPG cylinder prices also fall in parts of the tri-island state. Rum & Local Industry: Campari’s Trois Rivières (Martinique) has unveiled new packaging for its aged rum range, with updated bottle design and refreshed availability in France. Legal Pressure on Colonial Toxins: In Paris, hundreds marched for justice and compensation for Agent Orange victims in Vietnam/Laos/Cambodia and for chlordecone contamination victims in Guadeloupe and Martinique, as court cases move forward. Regional Security & Trade Routes: G7 leaders launched a ports network and joint actions to curb global drug trafficking, linking maritime coordination with anti-money laundering and prosecutions. Tourism Push: Dominica’s Discover Dominica Authority rolled out a summer itinerary collection aimed at helping advisors sell longer stays with curated multi-day trips and full-day tours. Culture at Sea: Carnival Cruise Line announced a 14-day Caribbean Carnaval-focused sailing in 2028.

Chlordecone & AO Justice Push: Hundreds marched in Paris on June 20 demanding compensation for Agent Orange/dioxin victims in Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia, and for chlordecone contamination victims in Guadeloupe and Martinique, as France’s Court of Cassation reviews Tran To Nga’s appeal and a June 22 ruling is expected on a chlordecone criminal investigation suspension. Legal/Policy Update for Martinique: A new law recognizing the French state’s responsibility for long-term chlordecone pollution has taken effect, opening the door to compensation talks; government has one year to report to Parliament on extending the scheme to additional victims, with funding linked to an added levy on tobacco products. Local Tax Relief: Grenada’s Inland Revenue Division reminds property owners they can get a 5% discount on 2026 property tax if paid by June 30 (with an objection process urged for hurricane-damaged properties). Fuel Prices Watch: Petroleum retail prices in Grenada/Carricou/Petite Martinique show gasoline and diesel unchanged, while kerosene drops to $14.99 and LPG cylinders and bulk also fall. Rum Business: Campari’s Trois Rivières (Martinique) launched refreshed aged-rum packaging, with new bottle design and wider retail availability in France. Tourism/Culture: Carnival Cruise Line is promoting a 14-day Southern Caribbean Carnaval-focused itinerary for 2028, banking on the region’s parades and island traditions.

Tax & Household Finance: Grenada’s Inland Revenue Division reminds property owners they can get a 5% discount on 2026 property tax if they pay by June 30, with payments also possible online at pay.gov.gd or at IRD/DRO offices, and a Notice of Objection option for owners seeking reassessed values after Hurricane Beryl damage. Energy Prices: Grenada’s government published updated retail petroleum prices effective June 18—gasoline and diesel unchanged, kerosene down to $14.99, and LPG cylinder prices reduced for 100 lb and bulk in Grenada, with similar LPG cuts for Carriacou and Petite Martinique. Rum & Local Industry: Campari’s Trois Rivières (Martinique) unveiled refreshed packaging for its aged rum range, with new bottle design details and updated availability across major French retail channels. Environment & Agriculture: A new law in the French West Indies officially recognizes the State’s responsibility in the chlordecone contamination case, opening the door to compensation discussions and setting a one-year timeline for a Parliament report on extending existing schemes. Regional Security & Trade: G7 leaders agreed to intensify action against drug trafficking, including a new ports network to improve coordination and strengthen anti-money laundering and asset recovery efforts. Sargassum & Tourism Resilience: An OECS-EU study visit in Martinique and Guadeloupe highlighted practical strategies for sargassum management—aimed at public health preparedness, coastal ecosystem protection, and tourism resilience. Community & Culture: Guadeloupe’s Kréyòl Pride is set for late July, aiming to bring together LGBTQIA+ people, locals, and allies under a unity-focused platform.

Chlordecone Compensation Move: France’s West Indies health scandal gets a new legal step as the State’s responsibility is now officially recognized, opening talks on extending compensation to victims whose illnesses are linked to pesticide exposure, with a one-year report to Parliament and funding via an extra levy on tobacco. Property Tax Deadline: Grenada’s Inland Revenue Division reminds property owners they can claim a 5% discount on 2026 property tax if they pay by June 30, while also urging hurricane-affected owners to file a notice of objection for reassessment. Fuel Prices Update: Retail prices for gasoline and diesel stay flat, while kerosene drops in Grenada; LPG cylinder and bulk prices also fall in several categories for Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique. Rum Business News: Campari’s Trois Rivières (Martinique) refreshes its aged rum packaging with new bottle design and embossed heritage details; VO and Cellar Reserve are now in major French retail chains. G7 Ports Crackdown: G7 leaders launch a ports network to disrupt global drug trafficking, pairing stronger coordination with anti-money laundering and asset recovery efforts. Sargassum & Tourism Resilience: An OECS-EU study visit in Martinique and Guadeloupe highlights practical sargassum management approaches aimed at public health, coastal protection, tourism resilience and new economic uses. Nutrition Week (Grenada): National Nutrition Week runs June 21–27 under a cancer-prevention theme, with community events including food testing, health fairs and nutrition education sessions. Youth & Land Restoration: CYEN Grenada marks World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought (June 17) with a focus on recognizing, respecting and restoring rangelands.

National Nutrition Week (Grenada): The Grenada Food and Nutrition Council kicks off National Nutrition Week 21–27 June 2026 under “Stronger Together: Fighting Cancer is Everybody’s Business,” with media campaigns, free food sampling, and community health fairs aimed at linking nutrition to cancer prevention. Property Tax Incentive (Grenada): The Inland Revenue Division reminds property owners they can get a 5% discount on 2026 property tax if they pay by 30 June 2026, while also urging Hurricane Beryl-affected owners to file a Notice of Objection for reassessed values. Fuel & LPG Prices (Grenada): Petroleum retail prices effective 18 June show gasoline and diesel unchanged, kerosene down to $14.99, and LPG cylinders and bulk prices reduced (notably 100 lb and bulk). Rum Business (Martinique): Campari’s Trois Rivières brand has unveiled new packaging for its aged rum range, with refreshed bottles now available in major French retail chains. Chlordecone Compensation (French West Indies): A new law in Guadeloupe and Martinique formally recognizes the State’s responsibility for chlordecone-related harm and sets the path for compensation discussions, funded via an added levy on tobacco products. Sargassum Management (Regional): An OECS-EU study visit in Martinique and Guadeloupe highlights practical approaches to sargassum interception, collection, monitoring, and valorisation—relevant for coastal economies and public health. G7 Anti-Drug Push (Regional Trade & Security): G7 leaders launch a ports network to coordinate action against drug trafficking, pairing enforcement with anti-money laundering and asset recovery measures.

Property Tax Deadline: Grenada’s Inland Revenue Division is urging property owners in Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique to pay by June 30, 2026 to get a 5% discount on 2026 property tax, while noting taxpayers have until Aug. 31 to avoid late penalties and can file a Notice of Objection if Hurricane Beryl damage affects assessed value. Fuel & Cooking Gas Prices: Grenada’s Ministry of Finance published new controlled retail prices effective June 18: gasoline and diesel stay at $17, kerosene falls to $14.99, and LPG drops for larger cylinders and bulk (with 20-lb cylinders unchanged). Chlordecone Compensation Move: In the French West Indies, a new law now formally recognizes the State’s responsibility for chlordecone-related health and environmental harm in Guadeloupe and Martinique, opening the door to compensation discussions and setting a one-year reporting timeline to extend existing schemes, funded in part by an added levy on tobacco products. Infrastructure for Connectivity: Carriacou and Petite Martinique’s minister reports major aviation, maritime and road works are progressing fast after Hurricane Beryl, including Lauriston Airport expansion and night landing lighting (renamed Herbert Blaize Airport in late Aug. 2026) and Windward Jetty redevelopment (late July to early Aug. 2026). EU Trade Policy: EU economy ministers agreed to tighten when the bloc can suspend its carbon border fee on imports, aiming to reduce uncertainty for low-carbon investment. Sargassum Management Link: An OECS-EU study visit in Martinique and Guadeloupe highlighted practical sargassum interception, collection and valorisation approaches that could help the Virgin Islands protect coasts, public health and tourism resilience. Rum Packaging Update: Campari’s Trois Rivières brand unveiled redesigned packaging for its aged rum range, with new bottle styling and updated availability in France.

Property Tax Deadline: Grenada’s Inland Revenue Division is urging property owners in Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique to pay by June 30, 2026 to get a 5% discount on 2026 property tax, with a reminder that taxpayers have until Aug. 31 to avoid late penalties and that Hurricane Beryl-impacted owners can file a Notice of Objection for reassessed value. Fuel & LPG Prices: Grenada’s Ministry of Finance published new retail prices effective June 18: gasoline and diesel unchanged at $17.00, kerosene down to $14.99, and LPG cylinders and bulk prices reduced (notably the 100 lb cylinder and bulk in Grenada, and the 100 lb cylinder in Carriacou/Petite Martinique). Chlordecone Compensation Path: A new law in the French West Indies formally recognizes the State’s responsibility for chlordecone-related harm in Guadeloupe and Martinique, opening the door to compensation discussions, with funding linked in part to an added levy on tobacco products. Infrastructure for Connectivity: Carriacou and Petite Martinique Affairs Minister Tevin Andrews says major aviation, maritime and road projects are advancing after Hurricane Beryl, including Lauriston Airport expansion and night landing works, Windward Jetty redevelopment, and Bogles Road rehabilitation. Rum Brand Update: Campari’s Trois Rivières (Martinique) unveiled reimagined packaging for its aged rum range, with new bottle design and refreshed presentation now rolling out in France.

Rum & Spirits: Campari Group’s Trois Rivières (Martinique) has unveiled redesigned packaging for its aged rum range, with embossed heritage details (including 1660 and the Trois Rivières windmill), a softer bottle silhouette, and textured glass that reflects amber-to-mahogany tones; VO and Cellar Reserve four-year-old are now in major French retail chains, while VSOP stays with on-trade and specialist retailers and select millésimes are previewed at the Martinique boutique. Public Health & Agriculture: A new law in the French West Indies formally recognizes the State’s responsibility in the chlordecone health scandal, opening the door to compensation talks; it also sets priorities for cleanup, support for agriculture and fishing, research, and victim care, with an extra levy on tobacco products earmarked for funding. EU Trade Policy: EU ministers agreed to tighten when countries can suspend the carbon emissions fee on imports, adding criteria such as a 50% price jump over six months, aiming to boost certainty for low-carbon investment. Regional Security & Ports: G7 leaders backed a new ports network and coordinated actions to disrupt global drug trafficking, with a focus on cooperation, anti-money laundering, and asset recovery. Environment & Tourism Resilience: An OECS-EU study visit in Martinique and Guadeloupe highlighted practical sargassum management approaches, with lessons aimed at coastal protection, public health preparedness, and new economic uses.

G7 Security & Trade: G7 leaders, with partner support, agreed to intensify the fight against drug trafficking and set up a new ports network to disrupt cross-border networks, alongside stronger anti-money-laundering and asset recovery measures. Environment & Local Economy: An OECS-EU study visit in Martinique and Guadeloupe highlighted practical ways to manage sargassum—aimed at protecting coastal ecosystems, public health preparedness, and tourism resilience—lessons the Virgin Islands say they can use to create economic opportunities. Public Health & Compensation: France’s State responsibility in the chlordecone health scandal is now legally recognized, opening the door to discussions on compensation for victims and a possible expansion of the existing scheme, with funding linked to an added levy on tobacco products. EU Import Costs: EU ministers moved to tighten when the bloc can suspend the carbon emissions fee on imports, a shift that could affect the cost outlook for low-carbon investment and imported goods. Infrastructure & Connectivity (Carriacou): Grenada’s ministerial tour flagged progress on major aviation, maritime, and road projects, including airport upgrades, Windward Jetty redevelopment, and road works tied to climate resilience. Cruise & Tourism: MSC Opera is launching its summer Europe season before repositioning to the Southern Caribbean, with year-round operations planned from late 2026 and itineraries that include Fort-de-France in Martinique.

G7 Security & Trade: G7 leaders agreed to launch a new ports network and joint action plans to curb global drug trafficking, pairing tighter coordination with stronger anti-money laundering and asset recovery. Chlordecone Compensation: France’s state responsibility for chlordecone pollution in Guadeloupe and Martinique is now legally recognized, opening the door to talks on compensation and a possible expansion of existing schemes, funded via an added levy on tobacco products. EU Carbon Border Rules: EU ministers moved to limit when countries can suspend the carbon emissions fee on imports, aiming to reduce uncertainty for low-carbon investment while keeping the carbon border levy on goods like steel and fertilisers. Sargassum Management: A study visit in Martinique and Guadeloupe fed into practical sargassum strategies for the Virgin Islands, focusing on interception, collection, monitoring and turning seaweed into value. Health & Industry Links: Martinique’s health ministry says it can supply Guyana with radioactive drugs for cancer treatment via its radiopharmaceutical oncology centre. Tourism & Hospitality: Hilton appointed Austin Pruett as general manager of Martinique New York on Broadway, Curio Collection by Hilton. Infrastructure & Connectivity (Carriacou): Grenada’s transport support continues with fuel and fare relief for bus operators, plus further maintenance cost concessions.

Chlordecone Compensation: Guadeloupe’s Official Journal has brought a new legal step in the chlordecone health scandal, formally recognizing the State’s responsibility and opening talks on compensation for victims, with funding linked to an added levy on tobacco products while cleanup, support for farming and fishing, research, and victim care are set as priorities. EU Trade Rules: EU economy ministers agreed to tighten when the bloc can suspend the carbon emissions fee on imports, with suspension only possible if strict criteria are met (including a 50% price jump), aiming to boost certainty for low-carbon investment. Sargassum Management: An OECS-EU study visit in Martinique and Guadeloupe highlighted practical ways to manage sargassum impacts—public health, coastal ecosystems, tourism resilience, and new economic uses—flagging lessons for the Virgin Islands. Healthcare Supply: Martinique’s health minister says an oncology centre producing radiopharmaceuticals is ready to supply Guyana with radioactive drugs to treat certain cancers. Hospitality Jobs: Hilton appointed Austin Pruett as general manager of Martinique New York on Broadway, Curio Collection by Hilton, as the property pushes for stronger operations and guest experience. Tourism & Transport: Cruise and travel updates include MSC Opera’s return to Europe before year-round Caribbean operations, while Grenada’s transport support focuses on fuel rebates and fare relief for bus operators.

Chlordecone Compensation: France’s Official Journal has brought into force a law recognizing the State’s responsibility for long-term chlordecone pollution in Guadeloupe and Martinique, opening the door to talks on compensation for victims and setting a one-year deadline for a Parliament report; funding will rely in part on an added levy on tobacco products, alongside plans to speed cleanup, support farming and fishing, strengthen research, and improve care. EU Carbon Border Rules: EU economy ministers agreed to tighten when countries can suspend the carbon emissions fee on imports, with suspension only possible if strict criteria are met (including a 50% price jump over six months), aiming to boost certainty for low-carbon investment. Sargassum Management: An OECS-EU study visit in Martinique and Guadeloupe highlighted practical ways to manage sargassum impacts—public health, coastal ecosystems, tourism resilience, and economic opportunities—sharing approaches for interception, collection, monitoring, and use. Martinique-Guyana Health Link: Martinique’s health ministry says its radiopharmaceutical oncology centre is ready to supply Guyana with radioactive drugs to treat certain cancers. Hotel Leadership: Hilton appoints Austin Pruett as general manager of Martinique New York on Broadway, Curio Collection by Hilton. Public Transport Support (Region): Grenada outlines new bus-operator support worth over EC$1.7m for 2025–2026, including fuel rebates and fare relief. Community & Culture: Guadeloupe’s Kréyòl Pride is set for late July, aiming to bring LGBTQIA+ people, locals, and allies together.

Chlordecone Compensation Opens: A new law has officially recognized the French State’s responsibility for long-term chlordecone pollution in Guadeloupe and Martinique, paving the way for talks on compensation for affected victims. The government has one year to report to Parliament on extending the compensation scheme, with funding linked in part to an added levy on tobacco products. EU Trade Policy: EU economy ministers agreed to tighten when countries can suspend the carbon emission fee on imports, aiming to give more certainty for low-carbon investment; suspensions would only be proposed if strict criteria are met, including a sharp price jump. Health & Industry Link: Martinique’s health ministry says an oncology centre producing radiopharmaceuticals is ready to supply Guyana with radioactive nuclear drugs to treat certain cancers. Tourism & Hospitality: Hilton appointed Austin Pruett as general manager of the Martinique New York on Broadway, Curio Collection by Hilton. Transport & Infrastructure (Carriacou): Minister Tevin Andrews toured major projects, including Lauriston Airport expansion and night landing works, plus Windward Jetty redevelopment and road upgrades. Energy Storage (Corsica): France’s energy regulator selected five electricity storage projects in Corsica totaling about 48 MW, with costs lower than earlier rounds in Guadeloupe and Martinique.

Chlordecone Compensation: France has brought into force a new law formally recognizing the State’s responsibility for long-term chlordecone damage in Guadeloupe and Martinique, opening the door to talks on compensation for affected victims; the government has one year to report to Parliament on extending the existing scheme, with funding linked to an added levy on tobacco products, alongside priorities like faster cleanup, support for agriculture and fishing, stronger research, and improved care. EU Trade Policy: EU ministers agreed to tighten when countries can suspend the carbon fee on imports under the carbon border levy, limiting exemptions to strict criteria (including a major price jump), a move aimed at boosting certainty for low-carbon investment. Health Cooperation: Martinique’s health minister says the island is ready to supply Guyana with radioactive nuclear drugs for certain cancers, following discussions with an oncology centre that manufactures radiopharmaceuticals. Energy Storage (Corsica): France’s energy regulator selected five electricity storage projects in Corsica totaling about 48 MW, with contracts running into the 2040s–2050s and costs noted as lower than earlier rounds in Guadeloupe and Martinique. Hotel Leadership: Hilton appointed Austin Pruett as general manager of the Martinique New York on Broadway, Curio Collection by Hilton. Transport & Infrastructure (Carriacou): Grenada’s minister Tevin Andrews reported progress on major aviation, maritime, and road projects after Hurricane Beryl, including airport upgrades and jetty redevelopment.

Chlordecone Compensation Move: France has brought into force a law formally recognizing the State’s responsibility for the long-running chlordecone pollution in Guadeloupe and Martinique, opening the door to talks on compensation for affected residents. The government has one year to report to Parliament on extending the existing scheme to victims whose illnesses are linked to pesticide exposure, with funding tied in part to an added levy on tobacco products. The law also prioritizes faster cleanup, support for agriculture and fishing, stronger research, and improved care as courts are expected to rule soon. EU Trade & Carbon Costs: EU ministers agreed to tighten when the bloc can suspend its carbon emissions fee on imports, limiting exemptions unless strict criteria are met (including a major price jump), a move aimed at boosting certainty for low-carbon investment. Health & Cross-Caribbean Supply: Martinique’s health minister says the island is ready to supply Guyana with radioactive nuclear drugs (radiopharmaceutical isotopes) for certain cancers, following discussions with an oncology centre that manufactures these treatments. Tourism & Hospitality Jobs: Hilton appointed Austin Pruett as general manager of the Martinique New York on Broadway, Curio Collection by Hilton, signaling continued investment in the property’s operations. Regional Infrastructure Watch: Carriacou’s minister Tevin Andrews toured major projects, including airport expansion and night landing works, jetty redevelopment, and road upgrades tied to post-Hurricane Beryl resilience.

Chlordecone Compensation: A new law in France’s Official Journal formally recognizes the State’s responsibility for long-term chlordecone pollution in Guadeloupe and Martinique, opening the door to compensation talks for affected residents and setting priorities like faster cleanup, support for agriculture and fishing, stronger research, and improved victim care. EU Trade Policy: EU economy ministers agreed to tighten the rules for when countries can suspend the carbon emission fee on imports, aiming to reduce uncertainty for low-carbon investment—an issue that can ripple into costs for regional exporters. Health & Industry Links: Martinique’s health minister says an oncology centre making radiopharmaceuticals is ready to supply Guyana with radioactive nuclear drugs for certain cancers, reinforcing cross-Caribbean medical cooperation. Tourism & Business Travel: MSC Opera is set to reposition to the Southern Caribbean with year-round service from later in 2026, including cruises that will call at Fort-de-France. Regional Connectivity: New interline partnerships in the Eastern Caribbean (including Winair with Contour) target smoother, cheaper travel between nearby islands—good news for business, tourism, and medical passengers.