AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoTourism Deal: Royal Caribbean Group has agreed to buy a 50% stake in Sandals and Beaches Resorts for about US$3 billion, a move expected to close in early 2027 and reshape Caribbean all-inclusive competition. Judicial Independence: Guyana’s Justice Abel warned that a US visa restriction on judge Gino Persaud could undermine judicial independence, raising rule-of-law concerns. Diplomacy & Trade: President Mahama says he’ll unite Africa, the Caribbean and Latin America to build the world’s biggest trading bloc by linking CELAC, CARICOM and the AU under AfCFTA. CARICOM-India: Foreign ministers backed deeper India-CARICOM cooperation and CARICOM support for India’s UNSC non-permanent seat bid. Public Safety & Governance: PM Holness reiterated “the State is not above the law” amid fatal police shooting concerns, citing INDECOM figures. Business & Markets: JSE Index rose 1,115 points on Wednesday; Seprod surged and Rusal is reportedly exploring sale of Jamaica/Guyana assets. Legal Spotlight: Former Miss Universe Jamaica Gabrielle Henry filed a negligence lawsuit over her 2025 stage fall and alleged brain injuries. Transport: JUTC launched a new Kingston–Port Antonio route, stressing it won’t replace private operators. Health & Community: Blue Run 5K drew a record turnout to boost prostate awareness, while school recovery efforts are expanding to include students’ mental health.
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