AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoCode Noir Repeal: France’s National Assembly voted 254-0 to finally repeal the 1685 “Black Code,” a slavery-era law that treated enslaved people as “movable property,” with lawmakers moved to tears—though many in Martinique and beyond say it’s symbolic and doesn’t replace reparations. Local Identity & Education: A Martinique-focused piece highlights how education can feel like “exile,” feeding a sense of injustice toward the French mainland. Sport Rising Star: Saint Lucian cyclist Denver Alphonse Jr impressed at a Martinique Grand Prix, earning praise as a fast-rising Under-23 talent. Culture & Faith: International Vodou Day spotlights Afro-Caribbean spiritual traditions and their history of oppression. Regional Links: Saint Lucia is pushing trade and cultural cooperation with Martinique as a gateway to EU exports. Humanitarian Solidarity: Lions Clubs and partners delivered nearly 4,000 recycled eyewear pairs to support visually impaired people in Saint Lucia. Luxury at Sea: Emerald Cruises announces a Martinique-inclusive sailing with celebrity chef Rachel Hargrove in December 2026.
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