AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoAI & Governance: Barbados will host the UN’s Independent International Scientific Panel on AI in November, as PM Mia Mottley warns safeguards can’t lag behind fast-moving systems and calls for globally agreed rules. Energy & Utilities: BNECL appoints Michael Sargeant as CEO, while BWA prepares to start a $220m South Coast Water Reclamation Project in October to boost reclaimed irrigation water and ease pressure on potable supplies. Housing Procurement: Bermuda’s housing procurement controversy deepens after questions over no-bid contracts and whether value-for-money and fair, transparent methods were followed. Tourism & Hospitality: Royal Caribbean and Sandals/Beaches announce a landmark $3bn, 50% partnership aimed at accelerating global growth; CARICOM’s private sector group hails it as a Caribbean scaling moment. Regional Security: OAS member states, including Barbados, urge the UN Security Council to renew Haiti’s Gang Suppression Force mandate and fully fund its deployment. Business & Finance: Scotiabank Guyana wins top digital banking awards, and Binance Wallet adds USDT gas-fee payments across BNB Smart Chain, Ethereum, Solana and TRON. Careers & Youth: 3E’s Fair in Barbados connects students with education, entrepreneurship and employment pathways.
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