AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoCode Noir Repeal: France’s National Assembly voted 254-0 to formally repeal the 1685 “Code Noir,” a slavery-era decree that treated enslaved people as “movable property,” with lawmakers— including a Martinique MP—breaking down in tears as the Senate vote still awaits. Martinique & Education: A new report highlights how education on the island can feel like exile, with young people facing distance and limited chances compared to the mainland. World Cup Talent Pipeline: A look at how France built football’s deepest talent pool, tracing the role of training academies and long-term structure. Local Culture Spotlight: Teenagers in Fort-de-France are buzzing about a major upcoming concert by Guadeloupean artists—an example of both pride and frustration about access to live shows. Regional Trade Link: Saint Lucia is pushing stronger trade and cultural cooperation with Martinique as a gateway to EU exports. Air Travel Shake-Up: Caribbean Airlines is cutting routes and reducing frequencies, including changes affecting Martinique and Guadeloupe, as it restructures after losses. Youth & Literature: Seniors at Bennington College shared thesis readings, with themes of identity and social critique—showing how Caribbean voices keep finding new stages.
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