AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoUS Courts & Immigration: A Rhode Island federal judge struck down Trump-era USCIS policies that paused asylum and immigration benefit decisions for people from 39 countries, calling the move illegal and “anti-immigrant,” a ruling that includes Dominica among affected nations. Tourism & Visas: Newly elected CHTA president Gregor Nassief says he and his wife were denied US visa renewals, raising fears for regional airlift, tourism talks, and business travel. Dominica Climate Resilience: Dominica launched the US$26m DOMCREP in Marigot, backed by the Green Climate Fund and CCCCC, targeting eight vulnerable communities with water security, early warning, disaster management upgrades, and support for farmers and agro-processors. Local Agriculture Impact: A bushfire in Salisbury’s Grand Savanne destroyed crops and damaged water infrastructure, with officials assessing losses and farmers seeking support. Tourism Strategy: The Ministry of Tourism and DDA rolled out the 2026 Tourism Awareness Program, positioning Dominica through wellness tourism through July. Regional Governance: CARICOM Heads of Government are set to meet in St Lucia from July 5–8, with the rotating chairmanship shifting to St Lucia. Finance & Banking Watch: A regional banking warning on derisking urges Caribbean institutions to fully meet international compliance expectations to avoid losing correspondent relationships. Youth & Green Jobs: A UNICEF-commissioned study says Eastern Caribbean youth want green and circular economy careers, but lack information, training, and accessible opportunities—an issue flagged for Dominica and others.
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