AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoCPL Kickoff in SVG: Republic Bank CPL returns to St. Vincent and the Grenadines with Arnos Vale hosting the opener on Aug 7 and another fixture on Aug 9—both preceded by drone shows and with matches starting at 7:15pm. Cost of Living & Electricity: PM Godwin Friday says electricity fuel surcharges would have topped 90¢ without government action, pointing to tax removals and Vinlec absorbing part of the hit; he also ordered Vinlec not to rush disconnections. Debt & Growth Plan: Friday outlines a bid to pull SVG back from “debt distress,” citing debt at 113% of GDP, IMF warnings, and a strategy to swap expensive debt and pursue concessional funding while pushing private-sector-led growth. Legal Pressure on Government: Friday reiterates confidence in his legal team as election petitions against him and Minister Bramble continue. Public Safety: Police are investigating an officer-involved shooting in Mesopotamia that left Michael Jackson dead. Community & Youth: Hopeful Hearts Foundation named National Leader for Good Deeds Day in Antigua and Barbuda; an ECSC youth symposium trained young people across the region on the justice system. Sports & Health: CPL also plans free health screenings at all eight host venues, including blood pressure, glucose, BMI, urinalysis and PSA testing.
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