AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoOECS-US Migration Talks: Prime Minister Dr. Godwin Friday says OECS countries agreed to form a broad advisory team to guide negotiations with the United States over accepting a limited number of non-criminal third-country nationals and refugees, calling it a “delicate and serious” issue tied to security, costs, and sovereignty. School Food Warning: The Healthy Caribbean Coalition launched “Make it Make Sense,” pushing to remove ultra-processed food and drink marketing from schools across multiple islands, including SVG. Music & Copyright: Payment has finally been made over the unauthorized use of “Get Rid Ah Dem,” after legal action tied to the song’s owner Adrian Bailey. Police Accountability: Attorney Carlos James has launched civil proceedings against the SVG government over alleged brutal attacks by police on Kenton Harris, a man living with chronic psychiatric challenges. Vincy Mas Culture: The Carnival Development Corporation is drafting a policy to limit AI use in Vincymas music after detecting AI-generated songs, stressing AI should “refine” but not replace creativity. Shooting in Lowmans: One person died and two were injured in a shooting in Great House, Lowmans; victims are reported stable as police investigate. Soca Night: Machel Montano is set to headline RISE Vincy Mas Wednesday on July 1 at Victoria Park. CPEA Breakthrough: Faith Grant, a blind student, earned a place at Girls’ High School after placing 19th among girls and 43rd overall in the CPEA. Tourism Leadership: SVGTA incoming CEO Shafia London says tourism must be a “national engine” for all, while Annette Mark and others dispute appointment claims and recruitment details.
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