AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoVoter Confirmation: With the October 14 deadline approaching, the Dominica Business Forum says only 25,126 voters had been confirmed by September 30, leaving about 47,527 unconfirmed. It is calling for a three-month extension to protect voting rights. Regional Trade: CARICOM teams will assess whether the region can supply its own paints, cement, glass bottles and bitumen before trade ministers decide on future tariffs. National Recognition: Olympic gold medallist Thea LaFond-Gadson has received an honorary Doctor of Laws from UWI for her contribution to sport. Food and Agriculture: Dominica’s World Food Day activities run through October 16 under the theme “Innovate Today. Nourish Tomorrow,” with a focus on youth, innovation and resilient food systems. Tourism: The cruise season has opened, with 267 ship calls and 475,521 passengers projected as Dominica pursues its goal of one million annual visitors. Economic Outlook: The World Bank forecasts 3% growth for Dominica in 2026, while noting tourism-dependent economies face high energy and transport costs.
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