AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoReparatory Justice Push: The CARICOM Reparations Commission is heading to the United Kingdom this week (July 13–16) to meet diplomats, academics and civil society, and to present to the UK Parliament as it builds international momentum ahead of CHOGM in Antigua and Barbuda. U.S. Visa Shock for Antiguans: Antigua and Barbuda’s PM Gaston Browne says a new U.S. visa policy has cut 10-year access down to three-month, single-entry terms, hitting families, students and trade. Border Security Upgrade: The U.S. Department of Homeland Security and CARICOM’s IMPACS signed a biometric data-sharing partnership to strengthen regional immigration vetting and border checks. Healthcare Partnerships in China: Health Minister Michael Joseph signed seven agreements in China to expand medical education, specialist care, research and telemedicine, including work toward a chest pain centre. Local CHOGM Readiness: Foreign Affairs Minister E.P. Chet Greene says Antigua and Barbuda is ready to host CHOGM after a successful national simulation, while traffic and roadwork disruptions continue around the All Saints Road project. Sports Spotlight: Antigua and Barbuda athletes advanced at NACAC athletics in Mexico, and the country was awarded the right to host CARIFESTA 2029.
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