AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoCruise Boost for Local Trade: Star of the Seas brought 7,300+ passengers to Port Zante, driving foot traffic for taxis, tour guides, shops, vendors and restaurants across Basseterre. Medicinal Cannabis Upgrade: St. Kitts and Nevis secured a Seed-to-Sale Seed-to-Sale Track and Trace system for the medicinal cannabis industry, using real-time monitoring to improve safety, transparency and regulatory compliance. Investment & Mobility Push: PM Terrance Drew urged Africa-Caribbean connectivity at the UN and in London, calling for fewer barriers to travel, trade and investment and highlighting visa-free access for African nationals. Fiscal Watch: The IMF told Cabinet the economy remains fiscally solid despite lower CBI revenue, while flagging risks tied to Social Security and public enterprises. Social Services Go Digital: Online platforms are expanding access to school and welfare support, including online registration and e-cash tools for approved beneficiaries. Nevis Energy Update: Nevis geothermal progress continues, with drilling rig mobilisation expected soon after delays were resolved. Governance & Justice Moves: The National Assembly advanced key bills, including extradition reforms aimed at closing legal gaps and strengthening cooperation on cross-border crime. Relocation Spotlight: St. Kitts and Nevis ranked 8th globally in the Rumavi Global Relocation Index, topping the Caribbean across multiple categories. Tourism Retail Expansion: Nevis launched its official online store, Shop Nevis Naturally, with worldwide shipping for island-themed products.
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