AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoTourism & Regional Trade: Montserrat’s Tourism Authority says it’s pushing deeper tourism links after a strong run at SMART 2026 in St. Maarten, reporting 35 business-to-business meetings with partners across the US, Netherlands, Spain and the Dominican Republic. Overseas Territories Governance: Speaker Dennis Lister attended the 5th Conference of Overseas Territories Speakers and Clerks, where leaders discussed parliamentary scrutiny, constitutional reform, and the role of opposition—issues that matter for how Montserrat’s legislature works with UK partners. Regional Aviation Policy: The ERAA board met in the Canary Islands hosted by Binter, warning that EU261 compensation rules and ReFuelEU fuel mandates could raise compliance costs and strain regional airline liquidity. OECS Community Tourism: OECS is training member states to build community-based tourism policies, backed by the EU’s 11th EDF, aiming to keep tourism benefits inside local communities. Public Service & Local Recognition: Montserrat marked Public Service Week through a call for efficiency and people-centred delivery, and also honoured six centenarians at a Premier’s Office ceremony. Sports Spotlight: St. Kitts and Nevis named its squad for the ANOCES Athletics Championship (July 4–5), with Montserrat listed among the participating countries.
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