AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoWater Crisis: Hundreds of St. Kitts households report days without running potable water, with residents in areas like St. Peter’s saying official updates don’t match daily hardship. Renewables & Energy Planning: Government has kicked off a consultative workshop to build a Renewable Energy Transition Roadmap toward 100% renewable electricity by 2030, supported by the EU and delivered with UNDP and GTI. Cost-of-Living Relief: Authorities reiterated customs surcharge relief, including a waiver of bunker and shipper surcharges in customs tax and duty calculations to reduce imported-goods price pressure. Banking Court Ruling: The Eastern Caribbean Court of Appeal said the Banking Regulator lacked legal authority to impose a US$120,000 fine in a Boni case, reshaping how regulator powers are applied. Investment & Business Climate: Preparations continue for the Investment Gateway Summit (June 17–20) and SKTA says it’s targeting Latin America, including airline connectivity work. Tourism & Culture: CTO recognized regional tourism leaders at Caribbean Week awards; Nevis also pushed the Nevis Mango Festival internationally in Miami. Environment & Governance: St. Kitts and Nevis backed stronger support for SIDS at the GEF Assembly, while UNESCO approved Aruba’s biosphere reserve designation.
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