AGP Executive Report
Last update: 43 minutes agoSIDS Investment Push: Antigua and Barbuda is co-organising with the Maldives and UN-OHRLLS the 2026 SIDS Global Business Network Forum and the inaugural Island Investment Forum (Aug 23–25) in Malé, with 200+ participants from 30+ countries focused on investment and business challenges. Tax Relief for Families: Cabinet confirmed ABST will drop to zero for qualifying school supplies and food items on Aug 28–29, with the Inland Revenue Department set to issue guidance for businesses and shoppers. Agriculture Skills Boost: An Antigua and Barbuda delegation is in China for agricultural training on irrigation, soil monitoring, water management and smart farming, with participants expected to produce an action plan to support local food production amid water scarcity. Energy Costs Watch: ECCB data shows Antigua and Barbuda recorded the lowest gasoline and diesel prices in the Eastern Caribbean Currency Union in July, plus among the lowest LPG rates. Health Alert: The Ministry of Health recalled specific batches of Diovan, Atorstan and Cetirizine Hydrochloride, urging patients to check lot numbers and return affected products. Trade Policy Capacity: OECS, UNCTAD and ECLAC wrapped up a services-trade policy initiative using TiSSTAT to close data gaps and help member states plan export strategies.
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