AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoDiaspora & Investment: Invest SVG is set to bring its “Home Is Where The Heart Is” Diaspora Outreach and Investment Programme to New York’s Brooklyn on Sept 19, partnering with the New York Consulate to connect Vincentians with government, finance and private-sector opportunities, including tourism and agriculture. Tourism Strategy: Tourism Minister Dr. Kishore Shallow is pushing a farm-to-table model to move visitors into rural communities and keep more of the tourism dollar in local households. Agri Exports: Agriculture Minister Israel Bruce says SVG has secured guaranteed California buyers for dasheen and hot peppers, backed by signed trade deals, digital supply-chain support, and a price stabilization mechanism for farmers. Visitor Travel Signals: U.S. data shows Vincentians received 62 B1/B2 visas in January and 82 in February 2026 (144 total), while wider Caribbean figures highlight uneven U.S. visitor-visa issuance. Visitor Discovery: A new digital directory, the Vincy List, aims to help travellers find local restaurants, tours, attractions and services beyond their accommodation. Safety on the Roads: Police warn of a collapsed utility box and open manhole at Brighton Gap, urging motorists to slow down and stay alert. Sports Development: Bequia Basketball Association launches an Elite Athlete Program for Grenadines youth, selecting 12 players for training, mentorship and education support.
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