AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoSports Preview: Australia face South Africa in Match 3 of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 at Old Trafford on Saturday, June 13, with Prime Video carrying all matches in Australia (free with a Prime login). Regional Tourism & Travel: The newly elected CHTA president, Dominica-born hotelier Gregor Nassief, says a US visa denial has sparked debate over how tighter US measures could affect Caribbean tourism leadership. Karate & Youth Empowerment: St. Vincent’s Hairouna Karate Federation selected Sharen Bennett-Bascombe for the WKF Guardian Girls Instructor Training in Mexico, aiming to bring the certified programme home. Leadership Through Sport: The SVG Olympic Committee/Commonwealth Games Association launched a TAFISA Certified Leadership Course at Frenches House, training participants to use sport for community development. Cruise Port Watch: Government signed an MoU with Global Ports Holding for a 30-year concession to develop Kingstown Cruise Port, with phase one modernization up to EC$75M and a total projected investment of EC$225M–EC$250M. Digital Safety: ECCB’s primary school mentorship session warned children that their digital footprint is permanent and urged smarter screen-time habits. Customs Upgrade: Customs launched an upgraded ASYCUDA system, expected to support a more paperless trade process via Vswift. Arts & Culture: Miss SVG 2026 designer Shernicia Mayers celebrated her “Royal Symphony” gown winning top honours at Independence Park, while soca star “Magikal” Rouse says he’s aiming for finals in 2026. Film Spotlight: Akley Olton’s documentary “Madulu, The Seaman” screens at AFI Silver Theatre in Washington, D.C., marking a major first for a Vincentian film in the US.
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