AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoDisaster Relief & Trade Logistics: Prime Minister Mark Phillips says 88 containers of disaster supplies are ready for shipment to Venezuela, departing on a vessel loaded at BK Wharf as part of a coordinated regional response involving CARICOM partners and local private-sector support. Tourism Infrastructure: St. Kitts has broken ground on a new cruise terminal at Port Zante, targeting cruise home-porting by November 2027 to boost overnight stays, local spending, and jobs. Aviation Expansion (Nevis): Nevis has also started construction on a multi-million-dollar expansion of the Vance W. Amory International Airport, including a longer runway and upgraded terminal and customs facilities to strengthen air connectivity. Workforce Development: Deputy PM Dr. Geoffrey Hanley signed a skills partnership with Hamburg to prepare St. Kitts and Nevis for green-energy job shifts. Business & Events: The St. Kitts Music Festival was declared a success by Tourism Minister Marsha Henderson, while Esquire Entertainment launched tiered ticket bundles for the CPL Party Stand. Public Trust & Utilities: SKELEC denied false social-media claims about injuries during a disconnection exercise. Regional Business Calendar: AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum (ACTIF 2026) was deferred due to evolving public health concerns in parts of Africa. Co-ops & Community Economy: St. Kitts marked International Day of Cooperatives with national events under “Cooperatives for a Peaceful World,” highlighting cooperatives’ role in livelihoods and food security.
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