AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoCARICOM Integration: Martinique and French Guiana officially joined CARICOM as associate members, with Martinique’s effective date set for 16 June 2026 after the French Republic’s instrument of accession—an important step for French-speaking and English-speaking Caribbean cooperation. Regional Security Push: At a Martinique conference, regional leaders heard calls for a broader, coordinated approach to security beyond traditional policing, with Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit urging a shared shield against cross-border threats. Sargassum Solutions: OECS delegates are turning to Martinique and Guadeloupe know-how after a study tour, aiming to manage sargassum better and explore turning it into economic value. Climate Warning: CariCOF warned El Niño-linked heat and uneven drought could intensify, while the risk of flooding from heavy rain remains elevated through the rest of 2026. Health & Safety Spotlight: A Martinique-linked study on pesticide exposure in banana workers in the French Caribbean adds fuel to concerns about pesticide use and long-term health risks. Culture & Community: A 12-year-old swimmer made history by crossing from Saint Lucia to Martinique to raise breast cancer awareness, completing the swim in 13 hours 50 minutes. Tourism & Travel: Oceania Cruises is pitching a “different” late-2026 Caribbean with longer itineraries and more local shore experiences, including Martinique banana plantation visits.
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