AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoPort delays pressure businesses: The Chamber of Commerce pushed Customs on costly, chronic port bottlenecks, while officials pointed to digital reform—businesses say action must follow. Tax relief for households and firms: Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre extended Saint Lucia’s tax amnesty to end-December 2027, waiving interest and penalties on eligible taxes up to Dec 2025. Digital tools for exporters: Export Saint Lucia’s four-day digital bootcamp trained 40+ MSMEs and exporters, with the top 20 set to get tailored digital transformation roadmaps. Climate financing push: Saint Lucia hosted a Climate Change Adaptation Investment pitch and matchmaking event to turn priority projects into investment-ready proposals for international partners. Blue Economy funding call: OECS invites Blue Economy MSMEs to virtual info sessions for Window 2 matching grants (USD $100k–$150k). Tourism partnerships: CTO and TEMPO Networks announced a strengthened collaboration to boost Caribbean tourism storytelling and event coverage. OECS services training: OECS Commission says Antigua will host a specialised services sector training programme (June 29–July 2) to build resilience and competitiveness. Local governance and environment: Tourism Minister Dr Ernest Hilaire defended the relocation and compensation of a long-time beach vendor tied to the Mount Pimard Beach Park project. Health sector upgrade: Bank of Saint Lucia completed the Paediatrics Ward rehabilitation at Millennium Heights with a child-friendly mural and equipment support. Regional labour update: Saint Lucia shared progress on workers’ rights, social protection and gender equality at the ILO’s International Labour Conference in Geneva. Trade and logistics in the wider region: OECS and regional partners also highlighted Blue Economy and fisheries clean-energy work under the STAR-Fish project.
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