AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoRegional Diplomacy: Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar scored a major diplomatic win at the CARICOM Heads of Government meeting in Saint Lucia, pushing for the Caribbean Court of Justice to issue an advisory opinion under Article 212 tied to the re-election of the CARICOM Secretary-General. CARICOM Governance: The 51st regular CARICOM meeting (5–8 July, Gros Islet) brought together leaders including Montserrat’s Premier Reuben Meade, alongside heads of government across the bloc, with the Attorney-General of Belize also represented. Currency & Identity: The Eastern Caribbean Central Bank unveiled redesigned EC banknotes that will replace Queen Elizabeth II’s portrait with regional national heroes and icons; Sir Robert Llewellyn Bradshaw is set for the EC$50, with circulation expected to begin in late 2027 and the full rollout following as stocks run down. Trade Data Watch: A new U.S. international trade in goods and services update for May 2026 adds fresh context for regional economic planning and import/export expectations.
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