AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoCommonwealth Games Glasgow: The opening ceremony wrapped up with a mix of music and speeches, setting the tone for a smaller, faster Games after Victoria pulled out—good news for local spend and tourism planning. ECCB & EC banknotes: The Eastern Caribbean Central Bank unveiled redesigned EC dollar notes that move away from Queen Elizabeth II and spotlight national heroes across the ECCU—an important signal for regional identity and cash circulation. Tax policy for the region: CARICOM’s tax administrators will meet in Guyana (27–31 July) for COTA’s 27th General Assembly on “smart, data-driven and AI-enabled” revenue systems. Montserrat business push: PRIME Weekend 2026 ends Sunday with Montserrat’s first-ever Business Awards & Gala, with M.S. Osborne Limited already named Business of the Year. Local opportunity & skills: Three Montserratians won Chevening Scholarships for 2026/27, targeting economics, banking/finance, and public leadership. Fraud warning: Regional bankers warn of “money mule” recruitment via social media job scams. Montserrat in travel lists: A visa-free/VOA/e-visa list for Nigerian travellers includes Montserrat, supporting inbound tourism and business travel. Marine advisory: A small craft advisory covers Montserrat and nearby islands due to hazardous seas and strong winds. Business risk & global context: A report on equity risk premiums flags big gaps between “safe” and high-risk markets—useful background for investors watching where capital may flow.
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