AGP Executive Report

Mango death probe: A judge has ordered fresh inquiries into Isak Andic’s Montserrat mountain fall, including testimony from family and key professionals plus a forensic reconstruction, while investigators focus on Jonathan Andic’s account and earlier phone data. OECS in focus: OECS leaders opened the 78th Authority Meeting in Antigua under Dr. Gaston Browne, with priorities spanning economic growth, climate resilience, security, and integration—marking 45 years of the bloc’s regional push. ECCB/ECCU updates: The ECCB highlighted how its agency offices support member states, and Grenada’s Kirani James is set to appear on new ECCU $5 banknotes from 2027. Montserrat governance: Montserrat has begun a comprehensive pensions review with TELUS Health support, moving toward a more defined-contribution model. Ferry uncertainty: Questions remain as private operators move ahead while government completes its ferry tender. Health & community: Women gathered for the EMERGE workshop at the Montserrat Public Library, and Basil Chambers turns 60 with a Men’s Health Fair raising funds for Meals on Wheels. Jobs & business: Applications are open for an Airworthiness Inspector role and for Montserrat entrepreneurs to join a regional Green Business Incubator.

ECCB & Currency Oversight: The Eastern Caribbean Central Bank says its Agency Offices across member states are a “presence on the ground,” supporting currency operations and regulatory oversight (not retail banking), with Grenada’s office highlighted as a long-running example. Montserrat Pensions Reform: Montserrat has begun a comprehensive pensions review, with TELUS Health providing technical support as a 17-member committee moves toward a more transparent, defined contribution model. Ferry Uncertainty: Questions are still swirling over Montserrat’s ferry future as private operators move ahead while government completes its long-awaited tender process. Montserrat Employment & Skills: The Eastern Caribbean Civil Aviation Authority is advertising for an Airworthiness Inspector – Avionics role, with applications due 17 July 2026. Entrepreneurship Push: Montserrat entrepreneurs are invited to apply for a four-month Green Business Incubator Programme starting July 2026, aimed at mentoring women and youth-led ventures. Regional Governance: Heads of public service from British Overseas Territories met in Bermuda and are expected to sign an MOU focused on talent development and public service modernization. Local Community: Women gathered at the Montserrat Public Library for the EMERGE workshop, using a butterfly framework to reflect on growth and purpose. International Spotlight (Montserrat link): Spanish investigators say phone data showed no movement before Mango founder Isak Andic’s fatal Montserrat-area plunge, as new details and recordings of the emergency calls emerge.

ECCB & Currency Oversight: The Eastern Caribbean Central Bank says its Agency Offices are its “presence on the ground,” helping with currency operations, regulatory oversight, and public education—while stressing they are not commercial banks. Regional Finance & Identity: Grenada’s PM Dickon Mitchell says Kirani James will appear on the ECCB’s $5 banknote from 2027, replacing Queen Elizabeth II’s image across ECCU members including Montserrat. Montserrat Governance: Montserrat has begun a comprehensive pensions review after 13 years, with TELUS Health supporting a 17-member committee to move toward a more transparent defined contribution model. Local Community & Women’s Growth: Seventeen women attended a free EMERGE workshop at the Montserrat Public Library, using the butterfly stages to reflect on faith, transformation, and purpose. Ferry Uncertainty: Questions remain over Montserrat’s ferry future as private operators move ahead while the Government completes its long-awaited tender; officials say no government-run service is operating yet. Jobs & Aviation: The Eastern Caribbean Civil Aviation Authority is recruiting an Airworthiness Inspector – Avionics, with applications due 17 July 2026. Business Support: Montserrat entrepreneurs can apply for a four-month Green Business Incubator Programme starting July 2026, offering mentorship and planning support for sustainable ventures. International Spotlight: A high-profile Mango founder death case linked to the Montserrat mountains continues in Spain, with released emergency call audio from the son.

Regional Currency Update: The Eastern Caribbean Currency Union says new EC banknotes will replace Queen Elizabeth II’s image with Caribbean national heroes, with Grenada’s Olympic medallist Kirani James set to appear on the $5 note from 2027—covering ECCU members including Montserrat. Local Governance: Montserrat has begun a comprehensive pensions review for the first time in 13 years, with TELUS Health supporting a 17-member committee as the island moves toward a more transparent, defined contribution model. Transport Watch: Questions are growing over Montserrat’s ferry future as private operators move ahead while the Government completes its long-awaited tender; officials say no government-run service is operating yet. Community & Health: Seventeen women took part in a free EMERGE workshop at the Montserrat Public Library, using a butterfly-stages framework to reflect on growth and purpose. Jobs & Business: Entrepreneurs can apply for a regional Green Business Incubator Programme starting July 2026, offering mentorship and planning support for sustainable ventures.

ECCU Currency Update: The Eastern Caribbean Currency Union says new EC banknotes will move away from Queen Elizabeth II’s image, with Caribbean heroes set to appear—Grenada’s Olympic medalist Kirani James is expected on the $5 note from 2027. Local Governance & Social Policy: Montserrat has begun a comprehensive pensions review for the first time in 13 years, with TELUS Health supporting a 17-member committee to modernise and stabilise retirement benefits and shift toward a more transparent defined contribution model. Transport Watch: Questions are still swirling around Montserrat’s ferry future as private operators position themselves while Government finalises its long-awaited tender; officials say no government-run service is operating yet. Regional Cooperation: Deputy governors and heads of public service from Bermuda and other British Overseas Territories met in Bermuda and are expected to sign a Memorandum of Understanding to boost talent development and public service reform. Business & Jobs: Applications are open for a regional Green Business Incubator Programme for Montserrat entrepreneurs, and the Eastern Caribbean Civil Aviation Authority is hiring an Airworthiness Inspector (Avionics) with a July 17 deadline. Community & Health: Seventeen women took part in the EMERGE workshop at the Montserrat Public Library, using a butterfly framework to reflect on growth and purpose.

Overseas Territories Cooperation: Deputy Governors and heads of public service from Bermuda, the Cayman Islands, Montserrat, Turks & Caicos and the British Virgin Islands met in Bermuda and are expected to sign a Memorandum of Understanding to boost talent development, secondments and attachments. Montserrat Pensions Overhaul: Montserrat has begun a comprehensive pensions review for the first time in 13 years, with TELUS Health supporting a 17-member committee as the island moves toward a more transparent defined contribution model. Ferry Future Questions: Private operators are positioning themselves while Government work on a ferry tender continues; officials say no government ferry service is currently being run and the tender process is still underway. Local Community & Health: Women gathered at the Montserrat Public Library for the EMERGE workshop, using a butterfly-stage framework to encourage growth and purpose. Green Business Push: Montserrat entrepreneurs are invited to apply for a regional Green Business Incubator Programme starting July 2026, offering mentorship and planning support. Regional Jobs: ECCAA is recruiting an Airworthiness Inspector – Avionics, with applications due 17 July 2026. International Spotlight: Pope Leo XIV’s Spain visit included Montserrat Abbey and renewed calls to crack down on migrant traffickers and those profiting from desperation.

Mango Tragedy Probe: Spanish police say Mango founder Isak Andic was standing still and not using his phone moments before his fatal Montserrat-area plunge, contradicting his son’s account; investigators are weighing Jonathan Andic’s suspected role as emergency-call recordings and phone data add pressure to the case. Pensions Overhaul: Montserrat has begun a comprehensive pensions review for public and private workers, with TELUS Health supporting a 17-member committee as the island moves toward a more transparent defined-contribution model. Local Community & Faith: Women gathered at the Montserrat Public Library for the free EMERGE workshop, using a butterfly-stage framework to encourage reflection, growth, and renewed purpose. Regional Transport Question: Questions linger over ferry service to Montserrat as private operators move ahead while government says its tender process is still underway. Business Support: Montserrat entrepreneurs can apply for a four-month Green Business Incubator starting July 2026, offering mentorship and planning support across the Caribbean. Careers: ECCAA is recruiting an Airworthiness Inspector – Avionics, with applications due 17 July 2026. Regional Health Push: CARICOM and PAHO are driving efforts to end mother-to-child transmission of HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis B.

Pensions Overhaul: Montserrat is starting its first comprehensive pension review in 13 years, with a 17-member committee led by the Office of the Deputy Governor and technical support from TELUS Health, aiming to modernise and stabilise retirement benefits and shift toward a transparent defined-contribution model. Ferry Uncertainty: Questions are still swirling over Montserrat’s ferry future as private operators move ahead of the government’s long-awaited tender; officials say the government isn’t running a service yet and the tender process is still underway. Regional Public Service Talks: The Overseas Territories Deputy Governors and Heads of Public Service summit wrapped up in Bermuda, focusing on workforce shortages, public service reform, leadership development, and using emerging technology in administration. Business Support: Montserrat entrepreneurs can apply for a four-month Green Business Incubator Programme starting July 2026, offering mentorship, business planning help, and regional networks, with a focus on women and youth. Agriculture Recognition: Farmer Shanyon McPherson received the island’s inaugural Governor’s Award for her contribution to agriculture, food security, and community development. Jobs: The Eastern Caribbean Civil Aviation Authority is recruiting an Airworthiness Inspector – Avionics, with applications due July 17, 2026.

Ferry Future for Montserrat: Questions are mounting over who will run Montserrat’s next ferry service after a private vessel appeared in local waters and was promoted online, while the Government says its long-awaited tender is still being completed and the visit was not government-backed. Regional Public Service Cooperation: Montserrat took part in Bermuda’s Overseas Territories Deputy Governors and Heads of Public Service summit, focused on workforce shortages, talent retention, public service reform, leadership development, and using emerging tech like AI. Green Business Support: Montserrat entrepreneurs can now apply for a four-month regional Green Business Incubator starting July 2026, offering mentorship, business planning help, and Caribbean-wide networks, with a focus on women and youth. Agriculture Recognition: Farmer Shanyon McPherson received Montserrat’s inaugural Governor’s Award for her contribution to local agriculture, food security, and community development. Aviation Job Opening: The Eastern Caribbean Civil Aviation Authority is recruiting an Airworthiness Inspector – Avionics, with applications due 17 July 2026. Faith and Migration Spotlight: Pope Leo XIV’s Spain visit included strong warnings against human traffickers and those profiting from migrant suffering, alongside reflections that touched on unity and dignity.

Regional Public Service Cooperation: Bermuda hosted the Overseas Territories Deputy Governors and Heads of Public Service Annual Summit (June 11–12), with Montserrat among the jurisdictions, focusing on workforce shortages, recruitment and retention, public service reform, leadership development, and using emerging tech like AI. Montserrat Business Support: Applications are open for a four-month Green Business Incubator Programme starting July 2026, backing women and youth entrepreneurs with mentorship, business planning help, and Caribbean-wide networks. Aviation Hiring: The Eastern Caribbean Civil Aviation Authority is recruiting an Airworthiness Inspector – Avionics, with applications due July 17, and Montserrat listed as part of its CNS service coverage. OECS Training in the Region: Antigua and Barbuda will host an OECS specialised services sector training programme June 29–July 2 to strengthen trade officials’ and policymakers’ skills. Faith and Community Events in Montserrat: Women are invited to the free EMERGE workshop (June 13, Montserrat Public Library) and the Pope’s Spain visit included a stop at Montserrat Abbey, with his messages urging unity and “lift up your gaze.”

Montserrat Business & Jobs: Montserrat entrepreneurs, especially women and youth, can now apply for a four-month Green Business Incubator Programme starting July 2026, offering mentorship, business planning support, and regional networks across the Caribbean. Regional Training: OECS says Antigua and Barbuda will host a specialised services sector training programme with Montserrat among participating member states, running June 29–July 2, aimed at strengthening trade officials’ and policymakers’ skills. Vatican & Montserrat Connection: Pope Leo XIV wrapped up his Spain visit with calls to “lift up your gaze,” after a week that included prayer at Montserrat and a hard line against human traffickers and exploitation of migrants. Pope in the Spotlight: In Vatican communications, Pope Leo XIV appointed Maria “Montse” Alvarado, president and COO of EWTN News, as prefect of the Dicastery for Communication. Health & CARICOM: CARICOM and PAHO led a push to end mother-to-child transmission of HIV, syphilis and hepatitis B, focusing on scaling prevention, treatment, and monitoring across member states.

Vatican Communications: Pope Leo XIV has appointed Maria “Montse” Alvarado—president and CEO of EWTN News—as prefect of the Vatican’s Dicastery for Communication, making her a young, South Florida-born lay leader set to assume the role Nov. 1. OECS Regional Training: Antigua and Barbuda will host an OECS specialised services sector training programme for member states (including Montserrat) from June 29 to July 2, aimed at boosting trade officials’ skills and services policymaking. Montserrat in the Spotlight: Montserrat’s name is tied to Pope Leo XIV’s Spain visit, including a service at Our Lady of Montserrat and the pope’s blessing moments around Barcelona’s Sagrada Família. Public Health Goal: CARICOM and PAHO met to push scaling up mother-to-child transmission elimination for HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis B across the region. Legal Drama: In Spain, audio from a tearful 999 call by Mango heir Jonathan Andic after his father’s fatal Montserrat mountain fall has been released as prosecutors press murder claims. Local Community: Montserrat women are invited to the free “EMERGE” faith workshop at the Public Library on June 13.

Montserrat in the spotlight: Montserrat has joined the UK’s Blue Belt marine conservation programme, committing to protect at least 20% of its maritime zone and gaining scientific support to safeguard coral reefs, seagrass and hawksbill turtles. Pope Leo XIV’s Spain visit: Pope Leo XIV wrapped up a week in Spain with major Masses and symbolic stops, including blessing the final Sagrada Família Tower of Jesus Christ at Gaudí’s centenary and ending in Tenerife with a call to “lift up your gaze” amid migration concerns. Justice case linked to Montserrat: Spanish prosecutors and investigators continue the investigation into Mango founder Isak Andic’s death in the Montserrat mountains, with newly released audio capturing his son Jonathan Andic’s emergency calls pleading for help as he faces murder allegations. Regional training for OECS: OECS says Antigua and Barbuda will host a specialised services sector training programme for OECS members including Montserrat, aiming to strengthen resilience and competitiveness in global services. Aviation rules debate: European airline groups push back on the EU’s newly agreed passenger rights reform, saying it raises costs and complexity while not tackling the main causes of delays.

Environment & Conservation: Jamaica’s critically endangered Jamaican iguana is projected to rebound from about 400–600 now to 3,000–4,000 within the next decade, as Minister Matthew Samuda outlined recovery progress at a Rotaract conference that also drew delegates including Montserrat. Faith & Community (Montserrat): Montserrat is set to host a free women’s workshop, “EMERGE: Trusting God in Every Stage of Your Becoming,” on June 13 at the Public Library, with limited space and advance registration encouraged. Regional Development (OECS): OECS says Antigua and Barbuda will host a specialised services-sector training programme from June 29 to July 2, with Montserrat among participating members. Marine Protection (UK OTs): Montserrat has joined the UK’s Blue Belt marine conservation programme, committing to protect at least 20% of its maritime zone and gaining scientific support for habitats like coral reefs and hawksbill turtles. Pope Leo XIV in Spain: Pope Leo XIV’s Spain visit wrapped with a final push on migrants and a “lift up your gaze” message, capped by major moments in Barcelona including the blessing of Sagrada Família’s new Tower of Jesus.

Vatican Communications: Pope Leo XIV appointed Montserrat Alvarado, president/CEO of EWTN News, to lead Vatican communications—an unexpected move aimed at modernising the Holy See’s media reach. Montserrat & the Sea: Montserrat joined the UK Blue Belt marine conservation programme, committing to protect at least 20% of its waters and gaining scientific support for coral reefs, seagrass and hawksbill turtles. Local Faith & Women’s Support: Montserrat women are invited to the free EMERGE workshop on June 13 at the Public Library, with Vanessa Farrell guiding faith-based reflection and personal growth. Regional Training: OECS says Antigua and Barbuda will host a specialised services sector training programme (June 29–July 2) including Montserrat, to boost resilience and competitiveness. Pope’s Spain Tour: Leo XIV wrapped up a week in Spain with calls to “lift up your gaze,” after blessing Sagrada Família’s final Tower of Jesus and speaking forcefully on migration and peace. Caribbean Football: Germany vs Curaçao in World Cup 2026 Group E is framed as a historic first for Curaçao, with Germany arriving on a strong winning run. Caribbean Migration Debate: Leo XIV condemned “monsters” behind deadly sea crossings, urging traffickers to stop and repent while backing integration for newcomers. Justice & Safety: In Barcelona, police are investigating a second fatal shooting within a week after a man was killed outside a national police office. Education Opportunity: AUAACAS launched a free medical bootcamp with a pathway to medical school, including tuition support for eligible students from Montserrat and across the region.

Montserrat & UK Marine Conservation: Montserrat has joined the UK’s Blue Belt Programme, committing to protect at least 20% of its maritime zone and gaining scientific support for coral reefs, seagrass and hawksbill turtles. Regional Training & Jobs: OECS says Antigua and Barbuda will host a specialised services-sector training programme (June 29–July 2) for Montserrat and other member states to boost skills and negotiating capacity. Faith & Community in Montserrat: Women across Montserrat are invited to the free EMERGE workshop (June 13, 2:00–4:30pm at the Public Library) with Vanessa Farrell, focused on spiritual growth and purpose. Public Service Recruitment: Overseas Territories deputy governors and heads of public service met in Bermuda, with Montserrat among those facing civil-servant recruitment pressure from retirements and outward migration. Pope Leo XIV’s Spain Tour (Global Watch): Pope Leo blessed the final Sagrada Família Tower of Jesus in Barcelona, calling it “stones, colors and light,” while also renewing strong messages on migrants and peace. Sports (Quick Hit): Guyana’s Golden Jaguars learn their 2026/27 Concacaf Nations League path after relegation, with League B group play starting in September.