AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoForensic Boost: The U.S. announced over US$8 million for Caribbean forensic labs, rolling out new synthetic drug detection gear, training, and closer work with the DEA—aimed at better fentanyl detection, faster lab turnaround, and stronger court-ready findings. The funding was announced at Saint Lucia’s Caribbean Regional Forensic Leadership Summit (May 20–22), which also launched a regional working group to link Caribbean forensic teams with U.S. experts. Aquaponics Push: At the Archbishop Kelvin Felix Pastoral Centre in Marisule, a planning grant (XCD$13,500) is funding research and consultations for what’s set to become Saint Lucia’s largest solarised aquaponics facility. Digital Momentum: The region’s Amplify Summit wrapped with a call to move from talk to execution on digital transformation—connectivity, cybersecurity, AI, and workforce skills. Youth Spotlight: Caribbean Global Youth Awards 2026 is set for June 6 in Saint Lucia, with regional winners celebrating leadership in health, tech, culture, climate, and entrepreneurship. Local Policy Watch: Saint Lucia’s 2025–2030 National Youth Policy is now in effect, with officials mapping how to turn the plan into real services.
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