AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoHousing & Disaster Recovery: PM Holness says another 300 container homes arrive today, with 1,200 already in Jamaica and the rest expected by July, as the country scales up relocation after Hurricane Melissa. Insurance & Regulation: FSC executive Keron Burrell tells senators to “look in the mirror” after pushing back on claims that insurers weren’t properly consulted on proposed insurance fee increases. Governance & Crime: CMU says an arrested staffer over alleged misuse of student funds shows its internal controls work; MOCA also charges three more in the $47.5m NCB phishing scam. Hurricane Readiness Spending: Local Government Minister Desmond McKenzie announces $60m for emergency shelter upgrades and NSWMA prepositioning and fuel reserves for the 2026 hurricane season. Business & Exports: JMEA urges manufacturers to diversify export markets after a 13.4% export decline; BPO leaders reject Opposition AI “doom” claims, saying competitiveness is the real issue. Tech Policy: Government moves to fully activate the Data Protection Act’s enforcement and sets a National AI Draft Policy by November 2026. Logistics & Trade: Jamaica hosts Afreximbank’s roadshow to unlock trade and investment financing. Tourism & Community: Golden Krust pledges to rebuild canteens at seven hurricane-damaged schools; Jamaica wins a Caribbean Media Award for its “Love Island Influencers” campaign.
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