AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoU.S. Investment: Washington announced a US$340 million Caribbean funding package for energy, ports, digital infrastructure, health and security. St. Kitts and Nevis joined the regional dialogue, but no national share was specified. Nevis Heritage: The U.S. awarded US$245,000 to restore Hamilton House, supporting preservation of a major historic site. 2027 Budget: Government consulted private-sector, public-service and community representatives on spending priorities, under a theme of strategic investment and resilience. Food Security: Agriculture Minister Samal Duggins took the chair of the OECS agriculture council, pledging action on regional purchasing, shipping links and food standards to strengthen production and trade. Business Conditions: Unleaded gasoline prices remained unchanged from October 20: $18.49 per gallon at SOL and $18.88 at Nevis’s SOL Petroleum stations. Regional Trade: Brazil-Guyana trade rose 25% to US$800 million in the first eight months of 2026; conference speakers urged Caribbean economies to diversify exports and build stronger supply chains. Climate Planning: St. Kitts and Nevis is among five countries in a US$6.75 million project to improve climate data for planning and investment. Tourism: The Coral Princess brought 1,970 passengers to Port Zante, offering a boost to local businesses.
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