AGP Executive Report
Last update: 18 minutes agoEnergy Costs: ECCB fuel data shows Antigua and Barbuda recorded the lowest July gasoline (EC$14.50/imperial gallon) and diesel (EC$14.25) prices across the ECCU, beating regional averages (gas EC$17.66, diesel EC$18.16). It also ranks near the bottom for cooking gas, with a 20-pound LPG cylinder at EC$32. Health & Compliance: The Ministry of Health’s Pharmaceutical Services Department recalled specific batches of Diovan 160mg, Atorstan (atorvastatin) 10mg/20mg, and Cetirizine 5mg, urging patients not to stop meds without a doctor or pharmacist and to return affected lots. Education & Mobility: New US visa bonds and travel restrictions are raising alarm for Antiguan and Barbudan students and families relying on US scholarships and travel for school supplies. Trade Policy (OECS): OECS wrapped up a UNCTAD/ECLAC initiative to close services-trade data gaps, using TiSSTAT to help member states build stronger export strategies. Creative Industries: Cabinet approved a $250,000 Creative Industries Development Fund to back local artistes and production aimed at regional and international markets. Sports Infrastructure: World Athletics de-certified the YASCO track as Class 2, with officials in talks to have the surface relaid.
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