AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoMontserrat Tourism: The Montserrat Tourism Authority says its SMART 2026 push paid off, reporting record participation and 35 B2B meetings with tour operators and travel partners across the region and beyond. Regional Aviation: ERAA’s board met in the Canary Islands with Binter hosting, warning that EU261 compensation rules and ReFuelEU fuel mandates could raise compliance costs and strain liquidity for regional carriers. Community Tourism (OECS): OECS is doubling down on community-based tourism, running a Saint Lucia workshop to help member states turn local communities into the main beneficiaries of tourism growth, backed by the 11th EDF. Eastern Caribbean Currency: Grenada’s Kirani James is set to replace Queen Elizabeth II on the new EC$5 banknote, with redesigned notes rolling out across the OECS in 2027. Local Maritime/Shipping: Montserrat’s Joseph O’Garro joined the Red Ensign Group conference in Hamilton, where British maritime administrations discussed future fuels, security, and regulatory shifts affecting shipping costs. Community Support: MOPPA UK’s Wisdom Groove senior citizens’ space—sponsored by Bank of Montserrat Ltd.—is bringing music, gentle movement, and social connection to older residents.
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