AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoEnergy Costs: VINLEC raised October’s fuel surcharge by seven cents to 86.71 cents per kilowatt-hour. A government-backed subsidy of EC$798,591 keeps the rate below 92 cents; total subsidies since May have topped EC$3.9 million. Diplomacy: At an Independence reception in Taipei, SVG Ambassador Kenton Chance called Taiwan a “faithful partner” and urged Vincentians to draw inspiration from its development. Biodiversity: SVG sent two officials to the UN biodiversity conference in Armenia to take part in talks on conservation and global biodiversity targets. Regional Relations: SVG joined a US-Caribbean dialogue where Washington announced more than US$340 million in planned regional investment, including funding for digital infrastructure, health and security. Immigration: A report citing US State Department data says immigrant visa issuance for Vincentians fell by at least 80% amid US restrictions; legal immigration from the Caribbean overall dropped 53%. Independence: Police say preparations are on track for the October 27 military parade at Arnos Vale, with 14 guards set to participate and traffic controls planned. Diaspora: Prime Minister Godwin Friday said overseas Vincentians remain part of the country’s development, through family support, expertise and investment.
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