AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoOECS–France Partnership: France has formally renewed its ties with the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States by accrediting Ambassador Marie-Noëlle Duris, highlighting shared stakes for Martinique, Guadeloupe and Saint Martin—climate resilience, public health, maritime security, education mobility, French language training and innovation. Regional Leadership Reset: At the OECS Authority’s 78th meeting (45 years of integration), chairmanship shifted to Antigua and Barbuda’s Gaston Browne, who called for an “OECS renaissance” with bold, transformative leadership and stronger implementation across the region. Cultural Spotlight: AKAA 2026 returns to Paris (23–25 Oct) with a major photography focus and an exhibition programme exploring works on paper, as the fair continues to shape how contemporary African art is seen worldwide. Diaspora & Belonging: Grenada Diaspora Homecoming 2026 kicked off with a Welcome Reception at Belmont Estate, with Foreign Affairs Minister Joseph Andall stressing reconnection “with purpose” through culture, investment dialogue and professional exchange. Music & Identity: Trinidad-born composer Etienne Charles speaks to how music carries migration stories and cultural memory—blending Caribbean rhythms with contemporary jazz. Local Lifestyle Angle: A UK woman’s move to St Lucia is framed as a mental-health and lifestyle reset, with her planning a tour company and interactive travel guide.
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