AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoWomen’s Cricket Sponsorship: Limacol is stepping in as title sponsor for the WCPL, rebranding it as the Limacol WCPL and boosting brand visibility across broadcasts, signage, kits and official communications. Cancer Care Updates: At Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre, oncology chair Dr Hanybal Yazigi says precision medicine and “smart chemotherapy” are already improving outcomes locally, while Antigua still awaits a radiation therapy centre to complete services. Digital Development: UWI and the Caribbean Telecommunications Union formalised a strategic partnership to push regional digital policy, research, capacity building and implementation of digital strategies. Tourism & Telecom Marketing: Flow launched its “We Live For This” summer campaign tied to CPL, with prizes including a trip to Barbados for the Finals. Housing & Energy Financing: PM Gaston Browne says Antigua is considering a new US$100m concessional loan (renewables plus housing) and expects a US International Development Finance Corporation visit to discuss potential terms. Food Security Push: Government plans to begin construction of two modern abattoirs and convert the former CMC facility into a cold-storage and distribution hub to cut food costs. Medicinal Cannabis Oversight: Health Minister Michael Joseph toured the Medicinal Cannabis Authority, praising traceability and compliance systems. Child Protection Town Halls: Government will hold national child protection town halls to drive community-level prevention and early detection discussions. Regional Policy: CARICOM leaders are meeting in St Lucia as Barnett urges wider public participation in regional integration.
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