AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoPlastic Pollution Watch: A heavy influx of foreign plastic waste labeled Spanish and French is piling up along Jamaica’s eastern coastline, with debris caught at Holland Bay threatening marine life and the food chain—an urgent reminder that ocean currents turn plastic into a regional problem, not just a local one. Maritime Culture & Youth Skills: In Carriacou, a summer boatbuilding class under the Division of Youth’s Camp Flame programme has produced six hand-built Optimist boats, with a planned launching ceremony to celebrate Windward’s maritime heritage. Sailing in Martinique: Martinique is being pitched as a top Caribbean sailing destination, highlighting moorings, marinas, protected anchorages, and easy shore access—an “art de vivre” experience from Le Marin to quieter Atlantic coves. Health Cooperation: Montserrat is advancing talks with Martinique to secure emergency medical evacuation and specialist care, including access to CHUM facilities for major strokes, heart attacks, trauma, and critical pediatric cases. Regional Travel Disruption: Yacht owners in Carriacou say they’re stuck after access to Tyrell Bay Marina’s launch area was blocked in a land dispute, with reported losses exceeding US$85,000 and concerns that travel advisories could follow. Food & Music Calendar: AfriKin Foundation’s “Taste of AfriKin” returns on September 6, 2026 in Miami, pairing African and Caribbean fine dining with live performances and a Jollof Cook-Off.
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