AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoEarthquake Shock: A 6.0 Richter earthquake hit Antigua and Barbuda, with strong shaking reported across the region including Guadeloupe (notably Sainte-Rose, Lamentin, Baie-Mahault, Pointe-à-Pitre) and nearby islands—an urgent reminder for Basse-Terre to review readiness and communications. Regional Air Connectivity: LIAT Air is adjusting operations amid global fuel-price pressure, and it’s also pushing connectivity—launching twice-weekly flights between Antigua and Guadeloupe, with a formal ribbon-cutting and water salute on arrival. Caribbean Diplomacy: The Dominican Republic floated the Transcaribe Agreement, aiming for a shared development zone across overseas territories—trade, food security, and tackling issues like sargassum. Culture & Tourism: Saint Lucia Jazz & Arts Festival wrapped with Brandy and Monica, while earlier nights drew major crowds for Tems and regional acts—another sign the islands keep betting on live culture to pull visitors.
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