AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoDecolonisation Push: The CARICOM Reparations Commission is urging the UK to return the British Virgin Islands and calling on King Charles to back decolonising Britain’s remaining overseas territories, warning of a “resurgence of colonisation.” Regional Air Frustrations: Antigua and Barbuda PM Gaston Browne renewed calls for an OECS airline, saying unreliable connections are leaving travellers stranded for hours, including his own six-hour wait to reach St Lucia. EC Currency Overhaul: The ECCB unveiled redesigned Eastern Caribbean banknotes replacing Queen Elizabeth II with regional heroes and nation builders; Montserrat’s William Henry Bramble is set for the EC$10 note, with circulation expected late 2027. ECCB Leadership Change: Dominica’s Dr Irving McIntyre took over the ECCB Monetary Council chairmanship as the region focuses on stability and resilience. Local Governance: Montserrat appointed Paula Simone Atkinson as Chief Human Resources Officer, starting July 15 on a three-year contract. Travel Advisory: The US upgraded its travel warning for Saint Lucia to “Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution” over violent crime and slower police response times.
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