AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoCitizenship Investment: Antigua and Barbuda is likely to suspend its programme by November 12 to protect visa-free travel to Europe’s Schengen Area, Prime Minister Gaston Browne said. The EU warning puts pressure on St. Kitts and Nevis and other regional programmes, but the Federation has not announced its decision. Maritime Security: SAFE Boats won a five-year US contract worth up to US$36.4 million to supply patrol vessels, with St. Kitts and Nevis among the first recipient countries. Production is expected to begin in 2027. Tourism Business: Keturah Tours owner Bernadette Rivera received a Service Excellence Award at the Chamber of Industry and Commerce’s 2026 Business Excellence Awards, recognising her work in tourism transport. Workforce and Investment: Ahead of the 2027 Budget, Acting Prime Minister Geoffrey Hanley called for stronger links between education, training and jobs in sectors including tourism, agriculture, construction and renewable energy. He also urged diaspora professionals and entrepreneurs to contribute skills and investment to national development.
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