AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoRegional Ties: Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre congratulated Antigua and Barbuda on its 45th independence anniversary, highlighting plans to strengthen cooperation and CHOGM discussions on investment, trade and sustainable development. CBI Pressure: Saint Lucia is among five Eastern Caribbean countries facing a November 12 deadline to commit to suspending citizenship-by-investment programmes, with the EU seeking a phase-out by June 2028. The change could strain public finances and investment across the region, where CBI receipts are a significant revenue source. Energy: LUCELEC has bought 70 acres in Micoud for a 10 MW solar farm with battery storage, targeted for operation in the second quarter of 2028. It is expected to offset about 1.2 million gallons of imported fuel a year. Tourism and Transport: Soufrière stakeholders are preparing for the 2026–27 cruise season, coordinating visitor access, traffic and safety. Meanwhile, FRS Express des Îles has introduced a temporary €5 one-way fuel surcharge on international ferry services, including routes serving Saint Lucia.
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