AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoMaritime Safety: An Antigua and Barbuda-flagged bulk carrier, MV Cape Dao, was attacked off Oman near the Strait of Hormuz, killing Indian wiper Suraj Yadav; 27 crew were evacuated by Omani authorities and India says it’s coordinating repatriation and pushing for an end to attacks on commercial shipping and civilian infrastructure. Regional Diplomacy: India and CARICOM foreign ministers met on UNGA sidelines, with CARICOM backing India’s UNSC bid (2028–29) and discussions spanning trade, agriculture/food security, digital governance, climate resilience and energy. Local Labour Climate: The People’s Union says essential services rules are being used to block industrial action, arguing employers and government agencies are taking disputes to the Industrial Court instead of negotiating. Food Security & Agriculture: Antigua is set to turbocharge black pineapple production after OECS tissue-culture plantlets arrive from St Vincent and the Grenadines. Sports & Media Business: CPL announced founding CEO Pete Russell is stepping back after 14 years, as the league expands further into production, TV and streaming. Tourism Investment: Royal Caribbean and Sandals Resorts confirmed a major joint venture, with Sandals and Beaches properties across the Caribbean including Antigua.
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