AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoInvestment and Climate Finance: St. Vincent and the Grenadines has joined the V20, a group of 77 climate-vulnerable economies calling for longer-term, affordable financing and greater investment in resilience. Seasonal Work: Agriculture Minister Israel Bruce is in Canada assessing farms and meeting employers to explore expanding the Seasonal Workers Programme for Vincentians. Citizenship by Investment: Prime Minister Godwin Friday says the government hopes to launch the programme in the first quarter of 2027. Diplomatic Service: Consul General Roderick Mc Kree and Deputy Consul General Laverne Phillips-Bramble have taken up their posts in Toronto, with the government highlighting diaspora engagement as part of its economic strategy. Flood Recovery: Assessments continue in Leeward communities after heavy rains caused flooding and damage; officials say they are determining residents’ needs and the full impact. Political Dispute: Commentator Jomo Thomas accused Opposition Leader Ralph Gonsalves of hypocrisy over his claim that the dismissal of market manager Johnny Jones contributed to his fatal stroke. Public Safety: Taiwan has donated more than 300 rapid drug-testing kits to police, alongside discussions on possible support for forensic work, investigations, canine training and drone technology.
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