AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoDisability & Work: The UN launched its Caribbean-wide “HireAbility” campaign, urging employers to break barriers and adopt fair hiring for people with disabilities, with businesses signing a Disability Inclusive Employer Pledge. Health Security for Tourism: St. Vincent and the Grenadines became the first OECS member to adopt CARPHA’s Regional Integrated Early Warning Surveillance and Response System (RIEWSS), with digital alerts and port surveillance pilots timed ahead of Carnival and major events. Digital Health & Ports: The RIEWSS rollout also included training for national officials and a Caribbean Vessel Surveillance System pilot to strengthen detection at points of entry. Tourism Politics & Aviation: Opposition and government traded blows over the Chatham Bay land sale and the JetBlue contract, as the tourism ministry said SVG owes JetBlue over EC$10m while critics warn renegotiation could hit arrivals. Blue Economy: EU-funded work began to demolish and rebuild the Bequia Fish Market, framed as climate-resilient support for the “blue economy.” Travel Recognition: SVG picked up nine nominations at the 2026 World Travel Awards, including major destination and Sandals-related categories. Local Travel Content: A feature highlights Mayreau and Tobago Cays as a top Grenadines diving and beach getaway.
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