AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoCaribbean Culture & Tourism: Grenada’s Spicemas 2026 is drawing more visitors, with total arrivals up 20% for the Aug 2–11 period (9,448 in 2025 to 11,299 in 2026). Non-national arrivals rose even faster, up 24% (8,040 to 9,958), reinforcing the festival’s pull as both a cultural celebration and a driver for the creative economy. EU Policy for the French Overseas: The European Commission has adopted a new strategy for the EU’s outermost regions, explicitly including Martinique, with targeted rule adaptations aimed at boosting resilience, competitiveness, education access, and social inclusion. Regional Cooperation & Mobility: Talks between PM Browne and the new French ambassador highlighted climate action, visa-free travel, and closer university links between France and the University of the West Indies Five Islands Campus, alongside stronger ties with Guadeloupe and Martinique. Culture & Identity in the Arts: A Dominican writer based in Martinique, Zephrine Royer, won the 2026 BCLF Elizabeth Nunez Award for “River Mouth,” adding fresh spotlight to Caribbean writing. Heritage & Public Memory: A school in Winnipeg renamed itself to cut ties with Lord Dalhousie’s pro-slavery legacy, reflecting how communities are rethinking names, history, and inclusion. Lifestyle Travel (Reader Pick): One writer shares a personal review of a Celebrity Equinox cruise, focusing on value, cabin impressions, and dining.
Note: AI summary from news headlines; neutral sources weighted more to help reduce bias in the result. Feedback is welcome. Please let us know if you have any comments or suggestions about the AGP Executive Report.
Perspectify News
