AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoSports Tourism & Youth Exchange: Antigua and Barbuda is hosting the UK’s Nottingham Girls’ Day School for a third straight sports tourism exchange, with two Under-17 netball teams playing exhibition matches July 9–17 and enjoying Cades Bay, Stingray City and Shirley Heights. Cricket Update: West Indies Women will miss all-rounder Chinelle Henry for the ODI series vs Ireland due to injury; Realeanna Grimmond steps in. Health & Food Choices: A youth advocate is calling for tougher scrutiny of junk food marketing to children, arguing preschool rules fade once kids hit primary school. Community Health Fundraiser: Montserrat broadcaster Basil Chambers marked his 60th with a men’s health fair and raised EC$5,000 for Meals on Wheels. Education Milestone: ABCAS held its inaugural graduation ceremony for 200+ students, marking a new chapter in Antigua and Barbuda’s tertiary education. Food Security Boost: The Agriculture Ministry welcomed a new tissue culture laboratory to improve planting material and strengthen local food security. Immigration & Amnesty: Antigua and Barbuda’s immigration amnesty is now processing about 40 applications a day as officials tighten up the numbering and document checks. CBI Pressure & Travel Impact: EU and US visa restrictions are again in the spotlight, with Antigua’s PM warning the fallout is hitting trade, students and families. Regional Culture in Geneva: OECS marked its 45th anniversary with a reception at the WTO featuring Antiguan panist Khan Cordice. Youth Cricket in Antigua: Rising Stars U-19 50-over action is set to spotlight future West Indies talent in Antigua.
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