AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoTrade in Services Policy: OECS, UNCTAD and ECLAC say they’ve wrapped up a CARICOM push to close trade-in-services data gaps, using UNCTAD’s TiSSTAT to help member states build stronger export strategies and plug into global value chains. Cost of Living Relief: Grenada is publishing a preliminary list of businesses eligible for the inaugural VAT-Free Weekend (Aug 28–29) under its EC$18m relief package, with appeals open to firms not on the list by Aug 19. Energy & Household Costs: Grenada’s retail prices show no change for gasoline and diesel, but kerosene rises to EC$15.84 and LPG (100 lb) increases to EC$302.15, while the 20 lb cylinder stays flat. Maritime & Education Links: PM Dickon Mitchell says Grenada-Qatar ties are “very good,” with talks focused on education, healthcare, tourism, sports and economic development, including private-sector involvement. Culture & Tourism Infrastructure: Carriacou Museum rebuilding is set to cost over EC$1 million, aiming for a climate-resilient, tech-savvy facility after Hurricane Beryl. Local Business & Compliance: Tyrell Bay Marina renews its request to access a fenced mangrove area tied to a long-running land dispute, saying the situation is affecting customers and workers.
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