AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoGeothermal Push: Government of Grenada has issued a tender for preparatory infrastructure and water-supply equipment ahead of exploratory geothermal slim-hole drilling at two sites (C and F), including access roads, drill-pad works, electrical/mechanical systems, and generators/pumps, with bids due 6 November 2026. Tourism Deal Watch: Royal Caribbean Group has agreed to buy a 50% stake in Sandals and Beaches Resorts for about US$3 billion, expected to close in early 2027—an expansion that puts Grenada-linked Sandals properties in a bigger cruise-to-resort vacation pipeline. Healthcare Investment: Project Polaris was pitched to international partners at UNGA 81, positioning Grenada’s new General Hospital and “Medical City” as a platform for healthcare services, research, technology, wellness, jobs, and private-sector investment. Public Finance Scrutiny: Budget Alert commentary questions Grenada’s fiscal narrative, flagging gaps around the projected deficit, unemployment, debt, deposit drawdowns, and the real cost of commitments outside the ordinary budget cycle. Maritime Safety Training: A retired Coast Guard captain is training government ferry crews on emergency response drills after the MV Barima tragedy, focusing on fires, abandon-ship, rescue, and collision response. Labour Update: NAWASA workers have resumed industrial action over outstanding payments and unresolved collective bargaining. Diplomacy & Trade: Nepal and Grenada formally established diplomatic relations, with cooperation discussed on SDG progress, climate impacts, tourism, and education.
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