AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoEU CBI Pressure: The European Commission has asked Antigua and four other Eastern Caribbean states to phase out citizenship-by-investment programmes by June 1, 2028, warning that investor-citizen status could trigger Schengen visa-exemption suspensions under the EU’s revised Visa Suspension Mechanism. Regional Pushback: Nevis Premier Mark Brantley says Antigua can’t face the EU ultimatum alone and calls for OECS and CARICOM backing. Health & Prevention: Antigua and Barbuda is expanding free HPV screening for women ages 30–65 at multiple clinics, while the Ministry also starts a PAHO/WHO technical mission to advance community-based mental health reform. Biodiversity & Coasts: Government reaffirms the 30×30 land-and-marine protection goal, and the Environmental Awareness Group marks World Mangrove Day with a conservation appeal. Weather Watch: Saharan dust is keeping air quality at moderate levels, and thunderstorms have already disrupted Junior Carnival plans, with the parade rescheduled after unsafe conditions. Blue Economy & Ocean: A Blue Economy 101 webinar is open for registration, and Antigua’s ISA leadership transition highlights continued regional ocean governance momentum.
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