AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoRegional Air Links: LIAT Air launched its first Guadeloupe (Pointe-à-Pitre) to Jamaica (Montego Bay) flight, starting a twice-weekly year-round service (Tuesdays and Saturdays) with plans to grow to daily—seen as a boost for tourism, business travel, and easier access between the French and English-speaking Caribbean. Regional Integration Watch: After CARICOM’s 51st Heads of Government meeting, analysts say the big question is whether integration is delivering measurable economic returns, with connectivity (including a regional ferry push) flagged as a key operational hurdle. Justice Overhaul: France’s justice ministry continues a nationwide review of sexual violence cases involving minors after the Lyhanna case, with Guadeloupe reporting all 688 cases re-examined—while progress varies across other overseas territories. Cost of Living & Services: France confirmed back-to-school allowance payment dates for Guadeloupe and other overseas territories, while regulated electricity tariffs are set to rise from August and France Travail gets new powers to suspend benefits in suspected fraud cases. Rights & Oversight: Claire Hédon is leaving the Defender of Rights after a term marked by rising complaints and persistent access problems to public services across the overseas territories, including Guadeloupe.
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