AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoBlue Belt Marine Conservation: Montserrat has joined the UK’s Blue Belt Programme, committing to protect at least 20% of its maritime zone and gaining scientific and technical support for marine conservation. OECS Services Training: Antigua and Barbuda will host an OECS specialised services sector training programme (June 29–July 2) to boost resilience and competitiveness across public and private stakeholders, including Montserrat. Montserrat Pensions Reform: The Montserrat Government has started a comprehensive pension reform process, aiming for a more modern, transparent, sustainable system and moving toward a defined contribution model, with a 17-member committee and international technical support. Public Service Recruitment Push: Overseas Territories leaders met in Bermuda to tackle civil service recruitment challenges driven by ageing populations, outward migration, and private-sector competition, with Montserrat among the attendees. Caribbean Business Climate & Mobility: A report highlights visa-free travel options for Nigerian passport holders, including several Caribbean islands, pointing to growing tourism and regional connectivity opportunities. Regional Business Spotlight: A Caribbean investor’s expansion is drawing attention and sparking intra-regional “foreigner” backlash, underscoring how investment can trigger identity and competition tensions.
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