AGP Executive Report

Chlordecone Compensation Moves Forward: A new law has officially recognized the French State’s responsibility for long-term chlordecone pollution in Guadeloupe and Martinique, opening the door to talks on compensation for victims and setting a one-year deadline for a parliamentary report on extending existing schemes, with funding tied in part to an extra levy on tobacco. Cancer Care Cooperation: Martinique’s health authorities say they are ready to supply Guyana with radioactive nuclear drugs (radiopharmaceuticals/isotopes) for certain cancers, following discussions with Guyana’s doctors and a ceremony marking cancer survivors and improved oncology support. Caribbean Infrastructure Watch: In Carriacou, the minister responsible for local government says major aviation, maritime, and road projects are progressing after Hurricane Beryl, including Lauriston Airport expansion and night landing works, Windward Jetty redevelopment, and Bogles Road rehabilitation. Reggae Therapy Festival: Fort-de-France will host the 4th Reggae Therapy Festival on July 11–12, 2026, with international headliners like Julian Marley, Tarrus Riley, Barrington Levy, and Alborosie alongside local artists, plus food and craft village activities. EU Trade Policy Ripple: EU ministers agreed to tighten rules on when the bloc can suspend its carbon fee on imports, a move that could affect how Caribbean-linked trade costs and pricing play out for low-carbon goods. Hotel Leadership: Austin Pruett has been appointed general manager of Martinique New York on Broadway, Curio Collection by Hilton.

Chlordecone Compensation: A new French law has formally recognized the State’s responsibility for long-term chlordecone pollution in Guadeloupe and Martinique, opening the door to talks on compensation for victims and setting priorities like faster cleanup, support for farming and fishing, and improved care. Cancer Care Cooperation: Martinique’s health authorities say an oncology centre that manufactures radiopharmaceuticals is ready to supply Guyana with radioactive nuclear drugs for certain cancers, following discussions with local doctors. Caribbean Health Screening: Guyana’s health minister also highlighted expanded cancer screening plans, including broader mammography access and HPV efforts to tackle cervical cancer earlier. EU Trade Rules: EU ministers agreed to tighten when the bloc can suspend its carbon fee on imported goods, aiming to reduce uncertainty for low-carbon investment. Caribbean Travel & Connectivity: New airline interline partnerships in the region are meant to make island-to-island travel less fragmented and more convenient. Martinique Culture & Tourism: Fort-de-France will host the 2026 Reggae Therapy Festival (July 11-12), bringing major international reggae names alongside local artists. Sports Spotlight: Curaçao’s World Cup journey continues after a long road that included difficult travel logistics for regional matches. Aviation/Infrastructure (Carriacou): Grenada’s minister toured major infrastructure projects, including aviation and maritime works, as the islands push climate-resilient upgrades. Local Economy (Martinique-linked): A Martinique New York on Broadway hotel has appointed Austin Pruett as general manager, signaling continued investment in the brand’s operations.

Caribbean Health Cooperation: Martinique is ready to supply Guyana with radioactive nuclear drugs for certain cancers, with Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony saying isotopes from Martinique’s radiopharmaceutical oncology centre can be sent to local doctors for patient use. EU Trade Policy: EU economy ministers agreed to tighten when countries can suspend the carbon fee on imports, with the Commission only able to propose suspension if strict criteria are met, aiming to boost certainty for low-carbon investment. Regional Mobility: New airline interline partnerships (including Winair with Contour and links involving LIAT Air and Air Caraïbes) are being framed as steps to ease the Caribbean’s fragmented airlift and make island-to-island travel less painful. Tourism & Culture: Fort-de-France will host the 2026 Reggae Therapy Festival on July 11–12, featuring major international reggae names alongside local artists. Local Infrastructure: Carriacou’s Minister Tevin Andrews toured major aviation, maritime and road projects, including Lauriston Airport upgrades and Windward Jetty redevelopment. Hotel Leadership: Austin Pruett was appointed general manager of Martinique New York on Broadway, Curio Collection by Hilton.

World Cup Travel Reality Check: Curaçao’s long, messy journey from Caribbean matchday chaos to their first World Cup game against Germany in Houston highlights how regional airlift gaps still shape sport. EU Trade Policy: EU ministers agreed to tighten when countries can suspend the carbon fee on imported goods, a move that could affect costs for low-carbon investment and importers across the bloc. Martinique Tourism Spotlight: Fort-de-France will host the 4th Reggae Therapy Festival on July 11–12, 2026, with international headliners like Julian Marley, Tarrus Riley, Barrington Levy and Alborosie plus local acts. Health Cooperation: Martinique’s health ministry says its radiopharmaceutical oncology centre is ready to supply Guyana with radioactive nuclear drugs for certain cancers. Regional Airlift Moves: New interline partnerships (including Winair with Contour and LIAT/Air Caraïbes links) aim to make hopping between Caribbean islands less painful for passengers. Hotel Leadership: Austin Pruett appointed general manager of Martinique New York on Broadway, Curio Collection by Hilton.

EU Carbon Border Tax: EU economy ministers agreed to tighten when countries can suspend the carbon fee on imported goods, with a key trigger requiring a product price jump of at least 50% over six months versus the prior 10-year average—aimed at giving more certainty for low-carbon investment. Caribbean Reggae Tourism: Fort-de-France will host the 4th Reggae Therapy Festival on July 11–12, 2026, bringing major international acts like Julian Marley, Tarrus Riley, Barrington Levy and Alborosie plus local artists, with food-and-crafts village and Martinique culture at the center. Health Cooperation (Martinique–Guyana): Martinique’s oncology centre that manufactures radiopharmaceuticals says it is ready to supply Guyana with radioactive nuclear drugs for certain cancers, following discussions with Guyana’s health ministry. Regional Airlift: New interline partnerships involving Winair, Contour Airlines, LIAT Air and Air Caraïbes aim to make island-hopping less painful by connecting networks under one itinerary and reducing extra baggage and layovers. Carriacou Infrastructure Update: Minister Tevin Andrews toured major projects after Hurricane Beryl, including Lauriston Airport expansion toward late-August 2026 night-landing plans and Windward Jetty redevelopment targeting late July–early August 2026. Hotel Leadership (Martinique New York): Hilton appointed Austin Pruett as general manager of Martinique New York on Broadway, Curio Collection by Hilton.

EU Carbon Border Levy: EU economy ministers agreed to tighten when the bloc can suspend its carbon fee on imports, using clearer criteria (including a big price jump) and likely scaling back the suspension clause—aimed at giving more certainty for low-carbon investment. Martinique Health Cooperation: Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony said Martinique’s oncology centre is ready to supply Guyana with radioactive nuclear drugs (radiopharmaceutical isotopes) for certain cancers. Reggae Therapy Festival: Fort-de-France will host the 4th Reggae Therapy Festival on July 11–12, 2026, with major international names like Julian Marley, Tarrus Riley, Barrington Levy and Alborosie plus local artists and a food-and-crafts village. Caribbean Airlift Push: New interline deals are set to make island-hopping easier, including an agreement linking LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes with single-ticket travel and checked baggage across French and English-speaking routes. Tourism & Cruise Momentum: MSC Opera begins its European summer season before repositioning to the Southern Caribbean with year-round plans that will include calls from Fort-de-France.

Caribbean Cancer Care Link: Martinique’s health minister Dr Frank Anthony says an oncology centre on the island that manufactures radiopharmaceuticals is ready to supply Guyana with radioactive nuclear drugs for certain cancers, following discussions with local doctors. Regional Airlift Push: New interline deals aim to make island-hopping easier: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes signed an agreement for single-ticket travel with checked baggage across English, French and Dutch Caribbean routes, while Winair’s partnership with Contour strengthens connections via St. Maarten. Local Health Access: Guyana’s health ministry also highlighted expanded cancer screening plans, including wider mammography access and HPV efforts to cut cervical cancer. Martinique in the News Beyond Health: A new general manager has been appointed at Martinique New York on Broadway, Curio Collection by Hilton. Travel and Tourism Context: Grenada’s Diaspora Homecoming 2026 runs June 21 to July 5 with cultural and business events, and organisers say extra flights are being added to meet demand.

Caribbean Cancer Care: Martinique’s health minister Dr. Frank Anthony says an oncology centre on the island is ready to supply Guyana with radioactive nuclear drugs (radiopharmaceuticals) for certain cancers, following talks with local doctors and a ceremony with cancer survivors. Regional Health Access: The same push highlights broader cancer screening and early-detection efforts, including expanded mammography services and HPV-related cervical cancer prevention plans. Airlift Connections: New interline deals aim to make island-hopping easier: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes signed an agreement for single-ticket travel linking Eastern Caribbean routes with Martinique, Guadeloupe and French Guiana, while another partnership involving Winair and Contour targets smoother connections via St. Maarten. Tourism & Travel Pressure: A wider travel industry shock continues as multiple airlines collapse amid fuel shortages, raising fears of higher fares and disrupted trips. Local Spotlight: In Warwick, a derelict multi-storey car park (Linen Street) is set for a £235,000 feasibility study to reopen leaseholder spaces and explore strengthening or partial demolition. Caribbean Heritage & Politics: France’s National Assembly voted to repeal the Code Noir, but critics say it’s symbolic without real reparations—an issue that resonates across the French Caribbean.

Cancer Care & Cross-Caribbean Health: Martinique is ready to supply Guyana with radioactive nuclear drugs for certain cancers, with Health Minister Dr. Frank Anthony saying an oncology centre in Martinique can send radiopharmaceutical isotopes to doctors for patient treatment. Early Detection Push: The same health push highlights expanded mammography plans, stronger HPV screening and vaccination progress, and calls for more men to use PSA testing for early prostate cancer detection. Energy & Regional Costs: France’s energy regulator picked five Corsica storage projects (about 48 MW total), noting battery costs are lower than in Guadeloupe, Martinique and Réunion—an indirect reminder of how island energy bills can hinge on tech prices. Local Infrastructure Watch: Warwick District Council is seeking cabinet approval for a £235,000 feasibility study to revive the derelict Linen Street multi-storey car park, weighing partial demolition, refurbishment and structural strengthening. Caribbean Connectivity by Air: New interline deals aim to make island-hopping easier, including LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes linking networks with single-ticket travel and checked baggage. Health Justice in France: France’s parliament voted to repeal the Code Noir slavery decree, while coverage stresses that symbolic moves don’t replace real reparations—especially for Caribbean communities still facing long-term harm.

Cancer Care Cooperation: Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony says Martinique is ready to supply Guyana with radioactive nuclear drugs for certain cancers, with isotopes to be sent to local doctors for treatment. Public Health Expansion: Guyana’s Health Ministry also announced wider cancer screening plans, including breast screening beyond Georgetown and efforts to boost HPV vaccination and early detection. Chlordecone Accountability: France’s parliament has voted to recognize the state’s “share of responsibility” for health, environmental and economic harm from chlordecone in Guadeloupe and Martinique, with decontamination and victim support goals. Regional Air Connectivity: New interline agreements linking LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes aim to make multi-island Caribbean travel easier with single-ticket journeys and checked baggage. Tourism & Community Links: Grenada’s Diaspora Homecoming 2026 runs June 21–July 5, with cultural events and business forums across Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique. Local Business/Jobs: Hilton appointed Austin Pruett as general manager of the Martinique New York on Broadway, Curio Collection by Hilton.

Cancer Care & Screening: Guyana’s Health Minister Dr. Frank Anthony says cancer services are expanding, including mammography access beyond Georgetown, plus telepathology and local testing, while pushing HPV vaccination and early screening vouchers. Martinique–Guyana Medical Cooperation: Martinique is ready to supply Guyana with radioactive nuclear drugs for certain cancers, with survivors citing improved access to treatment and tests. Chlordecone Accountability: France’s parliament has adopted a bill recognizing the state’s “share of responsibility” for chlordecone harm in Guadeloupe and Martinique, with decontamination goals and compensation discussions. Airlift Connectivity: New interline deals aim to make island-to-island travel smoother, including links involving LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes that connect multiple Caribbean islands to Europe via single-ticket journeys. Diaspora & Tourism Push (Grenada): Grenada’s Diaspora Homecoming 2026 runs June 21–July 5 with cultural and business events, alongside added flights to meet demand. Regional Legal Training: The OHADAC CARO Centre will launch an arbitration and ADR training programme for Eastern Caribbean stakeholders to strengthen economic justice.

Chlordecone Accountability: France’s National Assembly voted unanimously to repeal the Code Noir, but lawmakers also moved on a more direct Caribbean legacy: a bill now has the state acknowledging its “share of responsibility” for the chlordecone pesticide scandal in Guadeloupe and Martinique, where health agencies say nearly 90% of adults carry traces and the toxin has been linked to cancers and long-term harm. Health Cooperation: In a separate regional health push, Guyana’s health minister said Martinique is willing to supply radioactive nuclear drugs (radiopharmaceutical isotopes) for certain cancer treatments. Regional Airlift: New interline deals are aimed at easing Caribbean travel: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes signed to sell single-ticket journeys across islands including Martinique and Guadeloupe, while Winair and Contour Airlines expanded connections via St. Maarten. Energy & Jobs: France’s energy regulator picked five Corsica electricity storage projects totaling about 48 MW, with battery costs notably lower than earlier rounds in Martinique and Guadeloupe. Diaspora & Tourism: Grenada’s Diaspora Homecoming 2026 runs June 21–July 5 with cultural events and business forums across Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique, supported by added flights from major markets.

Cancer Care Cooperation: Guyana’s Health Minister Dr. Frank Anthony says Martinique is ready to supply radioactive nuclear drugs (radiopharmaceutical isotopes) to doctors in Guyana for treatment of certain cancers, following discussions earlier this year and shared stories from local cancer survivors. Regional Airlift & Connectivity: New interline deals are set to make island-hopping easier, including LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes signing an agreement for single-ticket, through-checked travel across the Eastern Caribbean and onward to Paris-Orly, plus a separate Winair–Contour partnership strengthening St. Maarten’s role as a regional hub. Chlordecone Accountability in France: France’s National Assembly backed a bill recognizing the state’s “share of responsibility” for long-term harm from chlordecone in Guadeloupe and Martinique, with MPs citing widespread contamination and links to serious illnesses, while reparations still require further legal steps. Environment & Public Health: An OECS delegation visited Martinique and Guadeloupe to study sargassum management, focusing on monitoring, collection and turning seaweed into value-added uses. Local Governance Watch: Warwick District Council is considering a costly feasibility study to revive the derelict Linen Street multi-storey car park, aiming to reopen leaseholder spaces if options prove viable.

Aviation Shock in the Region: Eleven airlines collapsed into administration in 2026, with holidaymakers facing cancelled trips as fuel costs surge after the Iran conflict and jet-fuel spending is projected to jump sharply. Caribbean–Europe Connectivity: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes signed an interline deal for single-ticket travel across the Eastern Caribbean, Guyana and beyond, linking English- and French-speaking islands and easing baggage transfers. Health & Trade Links: Martinique’s health ministry says an oncology centre can supply Guyana with radioactive drugs to treat certain cancers, with cancer survivors sharing how the programme supports care. Chlordecone Accountability: France’s National Assembly backed a bill recognising the state’s “share of responsibility” for chlordecone harm in Guadeloupe and Martinique, aiming at decontamination and compensation frameworks. Regional Environment Work: An OECS delegation visited Martinique and Guadeloupe to study sargassum management and ways to turn seaweed into value-added products. Local Finance Watch: Martinique-linked First Rock Real Estate plans an additional public offering to fund property buys and working capital. Sports (Martinique Connection): A Martinique-born defender, Denver Alphonse Jr., impressed at a Martinique Grand Prix, while Saint Lucia’s rugby teams played Martinique in youth and senior friendlies.

Cancer Care & Trade Links: Martinique’s health ministry says an oncology centre can supply Guyana with radioactive drugs to treat certain cancers, with cancer survivors and partners backing the move. Public Health Accountability: France’s National Assembly voted to recognise the state’s “share of responsibility” in the chlordecone pesticide scandal affecting Guadeloupe and Martinique, citing widespread contamination and long-term health harm, while also setting goals for decontamination and support. Historic Legal Reform: France also moved to repeal the Code Noir (Black Code), the 1685 slavery law that treated enslaved people as property—an important symbolic step as debate over reparations continues. Regional Air Connectivity: New interline deals between LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes aim to let travellers book one ticket, check baggage through, and connect across English, French and Dutch-speaking islands—plus a separate Winair/Contour partnership strengthening hub links. Security in the Caribbean: A French Navy operation seized 737kg of cocaine from an unflagged speedboat, with suspects detained and the drugs handed to Colombian authorities. Sargassum Management: An OECS delegation visited Martinique and Guadeloupe to study sargassum handling and value-added uses, supported by the EU and regional partners. Local Environment: CYEN Grenada urged residents to protect sea turtles during nesting season, warning that noise and lighting can cause turtles to abandon nests.

Regional Airlift Boost: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes launched an interline deal letting passengers book one ticket across English, French and Dutch Caribbean routes—baggage checked through and fewer hassles on transfers—linking islands including Martinique and Guadeloupe with Antigua’s hub and onward to Paris-Orly. Martinique & Guadeloupe Health Justice: France’s National Assembly backed a bill recognizing the state’s “share of responsibility” in the chlordecone scandal, tied to long-term health and environmental harm; the law sets decontamination goals and compensation pathways while an inspection mission prepares remediation steps. Anti-Drug Operations: A French Navy interception in the Caribbean, with Dutch and Dominican air support, led to the seizure of 737kg of cocaine from a speedboat; two suspects were detained and the case handed to Colombian authorities. Sargassum Management Visit: An OECS delegation toured Martinique and Guadeloupe to study sargassum collection and value-added uses, aiming to strengthen regional cooperation on the recurring seaweed impacts. Tourism & Climate Work (Grenada): Grenada advanced its tourism agenda and validated a Citizen’s Guide to Climate Change Adaptation for Carriacou and Petite Martinique. Sports (Local ties): Saint Lucia’s rugby teams faced Martinique in friendlies, with a return trip planned for June 20.