AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoTourism Spotlight: Barbados has been picked to host the Caribbean’s biggest hotel-and-tourism trade event again—CTM 2027—set for May, with the announcement made at CTM 44 in Antigua and framed as a vote of confidence in Barbados’ product, people, and infrastructure. Regional Politics: Omar Fernández has assumed the Caribbean vice presidency at ParlAmericas, pushing for more open, citizen-linked legislative work across the region. Faith & Community: Spiritual Baptists marked Liberation Day in St Vincent and the Grenadines, while Barbados’ opposition leader Dr Ralph Gonsalves renewed criticism of the NDP’s past parliament boycott tied to the Liberation Day Bill. Health & Safety Abroad: UK heatwave alerts are up to amber, with “cool spaces” mapped for Londoners and warnings to avoid dog walking during peak heat. Wellness Luxury: Orient Express Corinthian is set to launch a 14-day “Ocean Rebirth” retreat with Guerlain as it heads to the French Riviera. Food Security at Home: Barbados opened a new onion drying facility at BADMC, backing local production and cutting the import bill.
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