AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoRegional Justice & Business Confidence: OHADAC and the OECS will officially launch the OHADAC–CARO training programmes on arbitration and ADR in the Eastern Caribbean on Wednesday, 10 June, aiming to make commercial dispute resolution more predictable and accessible for investors and businesses. Tourism & Hospitality Investment: Royalton Vessence Barbados has opened on the Platinum Coast as the first Barbados property for the new Vessence brand, bringing 220 suites, 17 dining options, swim-out categories, and cultural programming—another push for experience-led stays. Caribbean Week in New York (Industry Push): The Caribbean Tourism Organization kicks off Caribbean Week in New York 2026 today under “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences,” with Barbados tourism leadership and a full slate of marketing and leadership sessions, including a keynote on airline trends. Youth Health & Regulation: Caribbean youth advocates warn that vaping is spreading fast, with easy access and flavours masking nicotine risks—calling for policymakers to move quicker. Education & Credentials Watch: Ghana’s tertiary regulator GTEC has flagged 70 unrecognised institutions, warning students and employers to verify qualifications—an issue with regional knock-on relevance. Media Industry Loss: Tributes continue for veteran journalist George Hall, with Barbados Broadcasting Authority chair Allyson Leacock among those honouring his editorial legacy.
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