AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoCruise Port Deal: St. Vincent and the Grenadines has signed an MoU with Global Ports Holding (GPH) to enter exclusive talks on a 30-year concession for the Kingstown Cruise Port, with phased investment up to EC$250 million and a plan for ordinary Vincentians to hold up to 30% in the concession company. Public Safety: Government accepted state-of-the-art ballistic and forensic systems for the Royal St. Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force, aimed at tackling gun-related crime, while police report an increase in online scams targeting Vincentians and urge people to stay alert and report suspicious activity. Poverty & Development Planning: Prime Minister Dr. Godwin Friday says the government will re-double efforts to improve living standards, with poverty reduction a top priority as debt servicing limits room to spend. International Support: The IADB says it will back SVG despite not being a borrowing member, and the UN Resident Coordinator urged partners to shift from isolated projects to prevention-focused, connected support. Environment & Resilience: GEF approved a US$6.1 million UNEP-led project using nature-based solutions to restore ecosystems in SVG’s south corridor, including watershed work in Arnos Vale, Calliaqua and Diamond. Sports & Youth: Netball’s national tournament moved into knockouts; the National Sports Council named Renson Haynes as manager; and SVG launched a TAFISA-certified leadership course using sport for community development.
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