AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoClimate & Youth: A UNICEF-commissioned Eastern Caribbean study says Barbados’ youth lag behind peers in awareness of green and circular economy opportunities, pointing to a communications gap rather than low interest—findings also include St. Lucia and aim to shape youth-inclusive climate programmes. Health Tech: CariGenetics Saint Lucia and Lab Services & Consultations have launched a partnership to expand access to genetic testing, advanced cancer diagnostics, and sequencing, including tumour genetics and immunohistochemistry to support more personalised treatment and future disease surveillance. Regional Tourism Tech & Policy: Caribbean Week in New York 2026 brings tourism ministers and officials together under “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences,” highlighting a shift toward cultural and regenerative travel and pushing regional coordination amid tougher global competition. Transport Innovation: Saint Lucia’s National Taxi Union is moving toward a digital app platform to manage drivers, jobs, and payments as Uber grows, alongside efforts to roll out a permit system for better regulation. Earth & Safety: A magnitude 6.0 earthquake was felt across parts of the eastern Caribbean, including St. Lucia, with monitoring ongoing and residents urged to submit felt reports.
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