AGP Executive Report

Franco-Canadian Business & Defense Push: French President Emmanuel Macron and Canada’s PM Mark Carney announced deeper cooperation from Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon, covering defense, energy, critical minerals and advanced tech like satellites and quantum computing, as both countries seek closer EU ties amid strained relations with the US. Diplomatic Signal for Sovereignty: The leaders framed the move around shared values—democracy, rule of law and “free and fair trade”—and stressed respect for national borders after US territorial rhetoric that also referenced French overseas territories including Martinique. Regional Public Safety: In a cross-border case, Saint Lucia extradited Jahvis Marlon Alfred to Martinique on armed robbery, conspiracy and firearms convictions. Energy Costs in the Caribbean: Grenada raised kerosene and larger LPG/bulk prices while gasoline and diesel stayed at $17; the changes take effect from Sept. 18. Tourism Momentum: Grenada reported a 20% jump in Spicemas 2026 visitor arrivals (Aug. 2–11), highlighting culture as a driver for the tourism and creative economy.

Energy Prices: Grenada raised kerosene and LPG prices on Sept. 18, while gasoline and diesel stayed at $17; the 100-lb LPG cylinder jumped (Grenada: $302.15 to $323.95; Carriacou/Petite Martinique: $326.99 to $347.00), hitting households and businesses relying on larger cylinders or bulk supplies. Cross-Border Justice: A man convicted in Martinique for armed robbery and related offences was extradited from Saint Lucia to Martinique, underscoring that legal proceedings continue across borders. Tourism & Local Economy: Grenada’s Spicemas 2026 delivered a 20% rise in total visitor arrivals (10-day period: 9,448 in 2025 to 11,299 in 2026), with non-national arrivals up 24%, reinforcing culture-led tourism momentum. Regional Cooperation & Diplomacy: France and Canada are set to visit Saint-Pierre-and-Miquelon to stress support for national borders amid US territorial claims, while Canada explores closer EU ties, including a possible “associate member” arrangement, focused on sectors like energy, defence and critical minerals. Education & Youth Sport: Carriacou and Petite Martinique launched a 2026 primary schools sports quiz competition to build confidence and teamwork across sister-isle schools.

Regional Justice & Public Safety: Saint Lucia extradited Jahvis Marlon Alfred to Martinique on armed robbery, conspiracy and firearm convictions, underscoring that cross-border movement doesn’t stop legal proceedings. Energy & Household Costs: Grenada published September 2026 retail petroleum prices: gasoline and diesel unchanged, kerosene up, and LPG increases for larger cylinders (notably 100 lb) in Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique. Tourism & Culture: Grenada’s Spicemas 2026 delivered a 20% jump in total visitor arrivals (9,448 in 2025 to 11,299 in 2026), with non-national arrivals rising 24%, reinforcing festival-driven demand for the wider creative economy. Diplomacy & Trade: Canada’s Mark Carney is reportedly exploring closer EU ties, including an “associate member” concept, as Ottawa navigates a trade war with the US; France and Canada also plan a visit to Saint-Pierre-and-Miquelon to signal support for national borders. Local Business-Relevant Culture: A Toronto Biennial project titled “Things Fall Apart” links art and climate change across gardens and farms, including on Martinique, with a focus on food sustainability and food insecurity.

Cross-Border Justice: Saint Lucia extradited Jahvis Marlon Alfred to Martinique after he surrendered to French authorities, facing armed robbery, conspiracy and firearm offences tied to a 15-year sentence. Energy Costs Watch: Grenada’s September 2026 retail fuel prices were published, with kerosene up and LPG cylinder prices rising for larger sizes in Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique. Tourism Pulse: Grenada reported a 20% jump in Spicemas 2026 visitor arrivals (2–11 Aug), with non-national arrivals up 24%, reinforcing culture-led tourism growth. Regional Diplomacy & Trade: Mark Carney is exploring closer EU ties, including an “associate member” idea, as Canada weighs energy, AI, defence and critical minerals cooperation amid US tariff tensions; France and Canada also plan a visit to Saint-Pierre-and-Miquelon to signal support for borders. Water Security Debate: A new discussion on desalination frames it as a growing option for CARICOM water stress, while local infrastructure concerns continue to surface across the region.

Franco-Canadian Diplomacy: France and Canada are set to visit Saint-Pierre-and-Miquelon next week, a sovereignty-focused trip that comes after US President Trump’s territorial map sparked fresh tensions and includes references to French overseas territories such as Martinique. EU Outer Regions Strategy: The European Commission unveiled a new strategic vision for outermost regions including Martinique, proposing targeted rule adaptations to boost resilience and opportunities. Water & Infrastructure: In Orange Beach, Alabama, residents pressed city officials over drainage and flood-mitigation plans, with staff weighing practical options and rejecting a proposed diversion channel. Tourism Numbers: Grenada reported a 20% jump in visitor arrivals for Spicemas 2026, highlighting culture as a driver for the tourism and creative economy. Art, Food & Climate: The Toronto Biennial’s theme “Things Fall Apart” links art with climate and food security, with projects spanning upstate New York, Detroit and Martinique. Energy Transition in France: France selected 109 electrification territories for large-scale pilots, with Martinique included among the recipients.

Sports & Education (Carriacou/Petite Martinique): The Carriacou and Petite Martinique Parish Sports Council has launched the 2026 Primary Schools Sports Quiz Competition, bringing together students from six schools to compete on sports history, Grenadian achievements, Olympic values, health and wellness, and current events. Tourism (Spicemas 2026): Grenada says Spicemas delivered a 20% jump in total visitor arrivals for the Aug 2–11, 2026 period, rising from 9,448 (2025) to 11,299 (2026), with non-national arrivals up 24% to 9,958. Local Planning & Flood Risk (Orange Beach): Orange Beach city officials discussed drainage concerns near Bay Launch Estates and Bear Point, weighing improvements while rejecting a proposed diversion channel as too costly and complex. Regional Diplomacy (France/Canada): Mark Carney is reportedly exploring closer EU ties, including possible “associate member” status, as France and Canada prepare a visit to Saint-Pierre-and-Miquelon to underline support for national borders. Energy Transition (France/Outermost regions): France selected 109 electrification territories for pilots to cut gas and oil use, with Martinique included among the recipients. Water Security (Desalination): A broader look at how desalination is moving from “emergency” to mainstream water infrastructure as climate pressures intensify.

Open Letter / Governance: Gregor Nassief responds to Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit’s Sept. 9 press conference, insisting key questions on citizenship-by-investment discounting and compliance remain unanswered, and clarifying that his 14 CBI letters were private correspondence. Tourism & Trade: Spicemas 2026 in Grenada delivered a 20% jump in total visitor arrivals (2–11 Aug 2026), rising from 9,448 in 2025 to 11,299, with non-national arrivals up 24%—a boost for the festival’s role in the regional tourism and creative economy. Energy Transition / Local Economy: France has selected 109 “electrification territories” (including Martinique) for large-scale pilots to cut gas and oil use, with up to €10bn potentially mobilised by 2030 via heat pumps, district heating and other renewables—plus support for EV charging and business electrification. EU Policy for Outermost Regions: The European Commission unveiled a new strategy and tailored regulatory adaptations for outermost regions including Martinique, aiming to improve competitiveness, resilience and access to the single market. Water Security (Broader Market Watch): Orange Beach city officials discussed drainage and flood-mitigation options, weighing practical engineering fixes against cost and complexity—an example of how infrastructure decisions can quickly affect local risk and development.

EU Outermost Regions Strategy: The European Commission unveiled a new strategy and regulatory package for the EU’s outermost regions, including Martinique, aiming to adapt EU rules to local realities and boost competitiveness, resilience, and access to the single market. Energy Transition: France has selected 109 electrification territories for large-scale pilots to cut reliance on gas and oil, with support for heat pumps, district heating, renewables, and EV charging—including Martinique among the recipients. Regional Trade & Sovereignty: Canada’s PM Mark Carney is reportedly exploring closer ties with the EU, even considering “associate member” status, as Ottawa navigates a trade war with the US; meanwhile, France and Canada plan a visit to Saint-Pierre-and-Miquelon to underline shared sovereignty messages that also reference nearby Caribbean territories. Tourism Boost (Regional): Grenada reported a 20% rise in visitor arrivals for Spicemas 2026, with non-national arrivals up 24%, highlighting how major cultural events can drive local economic activity. Water Security Debate: A new look at desalination argues it’s becoming a mainstream tool for water security as climate pressures mount across the Caribbean.

EU Outer Regions Strategy: The European Commission unveiled a new strategic vision for the EU’s outermost regions— including Martinique— with targeted rule adaptations to boost competitiveness, resilience, and access to the single market, alongside support for connectivity, renewable energy, housing, healthcare and education. Energy Transition in France: France selected 109 “electrification territories” for large pilot projects to cut gas and oil use, with Martinique among the included areas, aiming to accelerate heat pumps, district heating and other renewables while reducing exposure to global energy price swings. Water Security Watch: A global look at desalination frames it as a fast-growing water solution as CARICOM countries face intensifying climate-driven shortages, with the focus on turning seawater into reliable fresh supply despite environmental and financial concerns. Regional Diplomacy & Trade: Canada’s Mark Carney is exploring closer EU ties, even “associate member” style arrangements, as Ottawa navigates a trade war with the US; separately, France and Canada plan a visit to Saint-Pierre-and-Miquelon to underline support for national borders amid US territorial rhetoric. Tourism & Culture: Grenada reported a 20% rise in Spicemas 2026 visitor arrivals, highlighting how major cultural events keep feeding Caribbean tourism and local creative economies.

EU Outermost Regions Strategy: The European Commission unveiled a new strategic vision for outermost regions including Martinique, proposing targeted adaptations to EU rules and aiming to boost competitiveness, resilience, connectivity, renewable energy and access to services. Energy Transition in France: France selected 109 electrification territories for large-scale pilots to cut reliance on gas and oil, with Martinique among the included areas, using tools like heat pumps and district heating alongside support for businesses and agriculture. Water Security Watch: A global look at how desalination is moving from “emergency option” to mainstream water infrastructure as climate stress rises—relevant for Caribbean water planning. Franco-Canadian Diplomatic Push: France and Canada plan a visit to Saint-Pierre-and-Miquelon to underscore support for national borders amid US territorial rhetoric, while Canada explores closer EU ties. Canada-EU Trade Talks: Mark Carney is reportedly considering an “associate member” style arrangement with the EU to deepen cooperation in energy, AI, defence and critical minerals as tariffs with the US keep tensions high.

EU Outer Regions Strategy: The European Commission unveiled a new strategic vision for the EU’s outermost regions, including Martinique, proposing targeted rule adaptations to boost competitiveness, resilience, connectivity and access to services. Energy Transition in France: France selected 109 electrification territories for large-scale pilots to cut gas and oil use, with Martinique among the included areas, aiming to speed up heat pumps and other renewable solutions. Water Security Watch: A growing number of countries are turning to desalination as a mainstream tool for fresh water supply, as climate stress and groundwater decline push coastal cities to invest. Caribbean Climate & Research Value: Barbados is seeking patent protection for microorganisms discovered in sargassum, aiming to keep potential commercial and environmental benefits local rather than sell outright to multinationals. Franco-Canadian Diplomacy: Mark Carney is reportedly exploring closer EU ties, even “associate member” status, while France and Canada plan a visit to Saint-Pierre-and-Miquelon to underscore sovereignty amid US territorial rhetoric.

EU Outer Regions Strategy: The European Commission unveiled a new strategic vision and regulatory package for the EU’s outermost regions, including Martinique and Guadeloupe, aiming to adapt EU rules to local realities and boost competitiveness, resilience, and access to the single market. Energy Transition in France: France selected 109 electrification territories (including Martinique) for large-scale pilots to cut reliance on gas and oil, with up to €10bn potentially mobilized by 2030 via tools like energy savings certificates and support for heat pumps and renewables. Water Security Debate: A new look at desalination argues it’s moving from “emergency option” to mainstream water infrastructure as climate stress hits CARICOM and other coastal economies. Franco-Canadian Diplomatic Push: With US territorial rhetoric in the background, Macron and Mark Carney plan a visit to Saint-Pierre-and-Miquelon to underline sovereignty and shared democratic values. Canada-EU Trade Talks: The Wall Street Journal reports Carney is exploring closer EU ties, even an “associate member” style arrangement, focused on energy, AI, defence, and critical minerals.

EU Outer Regions Strategy: The European Commission unveiled a new strategic vision and regulatory package for the EU’s outermost regions, including Martinique, aiming to adapt EU rules to local realities and boost competitiveness, resilience and access to the single market. Franco-Canadian Diplomacy: Amid US territorial pressure, Macron and Mark Carney are set to visit Saint-Pierre-and-Miquelon to underline support for national borders, while Carney explores closer EU ties, including an “associate member” concept. Energy Transition in France: France selected 109 electrification territories to speed up the shift from gas and oil to electricity, with Martinique among the included areas. Water & Desalination Debate: A new look at desalination argues it’s moving from “emergency” to mainstream water security—relevant as Caribbean territories face worsening drought pressure. Local Business/Research IP: Barbados plans to patent sargassum microbe discoveries to protect potential commercial value from being bought outright by multinationals. Health & Leadership: St Kitts and Nevis PM Drew confirmed a stroke and ongoing rehabilitation after treatment abroad, with evacuation routes including Martinique.

EU Outer Regions Strategy: The European Commission unveiled a new push for the EU’s outermost regions—explicitly naming Martinique and other French territories—aimed at adapting EU rules to local realities and boosting competitiveness, resilience, and access to the single market. Energy Transition: France selected 109 “electrification territories” for pilots to cut gas and oil use, with Martinique included among the recipients, and support for heat pumps, renewables and charging infrastructure. Water Security: A major desalination plant works schedule is set to disrupt water supply on parts of the island, with some areas facing no water or low pressure. Franco-Canadian Sovereignty Diplomacy: Macron and Mark Carney plan a visit to Saint-Pierre-and-Miquelon, framed as a message on sovereignty after Trump’s North America map sparked renewed territorial tensions that also referenced French overseas territories including Martinique. Canada-EU Trade Talks: Carney is reported to be exploring closer EU ties, even “associate member” status, with discussions focused on energy, defense, AI and critical minerals amid US tariff pressure. Caribbean Innovation & IP: Barbados says it will seek patent protection for microbes discovered in sargassum after pharma interest—an approach aimed at keeping commercial value local.

Franco-Canadian diplomacy: French President Emmanuel Macron and Canadian PM Mark Carney will visit Saint-Pierre-and-Miquelon (19–21 Sept) to back national borders after Donald Trump’s North America map appeared to include Canada and several French overseas territories, including Martinique. EU trade & investment: Carney is also reportedly exploring “associate member” status with the EU—an unusual idea—aimed at boosting cooperation in energy, AI, defence and critical minerals as Canada faces a tariff-driven trade fight with the US. EU outermost regions push: Brussels unveiled a new strategy and regulatory package for EU outermost regions, explicitly naming Martinique, to improve competitiveness, resilience, connectivity and access to the single market. Energy transition in the Caribbean: France selected 109 “electrification territories” for pilots to cut gas and oil use; Martinique is included among the recipients. Water security watch: Some areas of Martinique may face no water or low pressure due to work at the Ionics Desalination Plant.

Water & Infrastructure: A new push for desalination is framed as a growing “mainstream” fix for CARICOM’s water stress, as climate pressure and falling groundwater push coastal states toward seawater plants—though environmental and cost risks remain in focus. Energy Transition (France/Outermost regions): France has selected 109 “electrification territories” (including Martinique and Réunion) to pilot replacing gas and oil with electricity via heat pumps, district heating, geothermal and renewables, with up to €10bn potentially mobilised by 2030. EU Policy for Martinique: The European Commission unveiled a new strategy and regulatory package for the EU’s outermost regions (including Martinique), aiming to adapt EU rules to local constraints and boost competitiveness, resilience, connectivity and access to services. Local Water Disruption (Martinique): Barbados reports planned outages/low pressure tied to work at the Ionics Desalination Plant, listing affected areas across St Michael, St George and Christ Church. Business/Trade Context (EU): France’s TV exports fell 21.6% in 2025 amid a tougher economic environment, with international sales down to €164.3m.