AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoCreative Industries: Cabinet approved a $250,000 Creative Industries Development Fund to help Antiguan and Barbudan artistes and creatives produce professional, export-ready work, with selected Carnival 2027 shows set for pay-per-view. CHOGM Skills Push: The CHOGM Task Force urged artisans to make products that “speak” for Antigua and Barbuda, stressing quality, branding, pricing, customer service, and cultural storytelling. Tourism & Hospitality: Carlisle Bay Antigua confirmed phase two of its renovation will debut in October 2026, expanding its suite lineup for a more residential luxury feel. Ports & Energy Logistics: Antigua is weighing options for a US$100M cargo port expansion to strengthen transshipment, while Crabb’s Harbour dredging is completed ahead of LNG vessel operations for APUA. Infrastructure Accountability: PM Browne ordered C.O. Williams to fix defective road sections at its own expense after public complaints. Sports Facilities: World Athletics de-certified YASCO as a Class 2 track facility; the ABAA says it’s coordinating with Mondo on next steps. Security & Industry Zones: YIDA Special Economic Zone investor Yida Zhang was shot twice and is stable as police pursue a suspect. Workforce & Tech: Future Caribbean says 450+ builders joined its Agentic AI buildathon across sectors including logistics, tourism, food systems, energy, and creative industries.
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