AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoDrought Pressure in Guadeloupe: France says 98 of its 101 departments are now under drought monitoring, with 42 in “crisis” and 27 on “enhanced alert”; in overseas territories, Guadeloupe and Martinique are at “alert,” raising the risk of local water-use restrictions as wildfires and extreme heat continue. EU–OECS Partnership: EU Ambassador Fiona Ramsey has formally presented her credentials to OECS Director General Dr. Didacus Jules, reaffirming long-term support for regional integration and sustainable development, with special emphasis on shared challenges across Europe’s Caribbean links, including French territories like Guadeloupe. Air Links After Venezuela Quakes: TAP Air Portugal will resume flights to Venezuela on 13 July, initially routing via Valencia (with a technical stop in Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe) while repairs continue at Caracas’s damaged airport, with the first flight carrying medical supplies. Local Governance Watch: A study finds only 11 large French towns plan taxe foncière increases in 2026, but where rates do rise, hikes can be steep—relevant for property owners and local budgets. Regional Politics & Funds: A French parliamentary probe into the Patriots group’s use of EU funds includes alleged irregular donations and procurement breaches tied to activities in overseas territories, including Guadeloupe and Martinique.
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