AGP Executive Report

Grenada-Nigeria Business Push: Grenada’s honorary consul in Nigeria, Bidemi Sonoiki, urged Nigerian investors to tap new opportunities in Grenada across aviation, tourism, real estate, healthcare, education, agriculture, logistics, finance and digital innovation, pointing to visa-free travel and aiming for direct air links within six months. Regional Diplomacy: Trinidad and Tobago was elected to the UN Security Council with 181 votes, a win that comes amid sharp CARICOM tensions and differing stances on US policy toward Venezuela. Caribbean Tourism in New York: Caribbean Week in New York 2026 brings tourism leaders together under “One Caribbean: Infinite experiences,” as the region markets a shift toward cultural and regenerative travel. Grenada Roadworks: Scott Street in St George’s is set to close for asphalt paving from Tuesday, 2 June, 9pm–3am, with detours and no-parking rules in place. Health & Skills: HEART/NSTA Trust digitised Level Two TVET courses for delivery across participating institutions, including Grenada, as part of a CARICOM TVET digitalisation pilot. Local Advocacy: CYEN Grenada is urging residents to protect sea turtles during nesting season by keeping noise and lights low and avoiding disturbance.

Caribbean Week in New York 2026: Tourism ministers and officials from across the region, including Grenada, gathered at the InterContinental New York Times Square for the CTO summit under “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences,” aiming to boost resilience and push a shift toward authentic, culture-led travel. Regional diplomacy and justice: Grenada was listed among vice presidents for the OAS Inter-American Commission of Women leadership, while the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court welcomed new Chief Justice Madam Margaret Price Findlay, effective April 9, 2026. Local governance and services: Grenada’s Citizen’s Guide to Climate Change Adaptation moved closer to release after a validation workshop, and the Central Procurement Unit will host a two-day procurement symposium in June to strengthen bidding and partnerships. Public safety and infrastructure: Grenada’s city fire services are set to get a new fire station next to the Emergency Operations Center, after the loss of a station in 2022 raised concerns about response times and insurance ratings. Agriculture and accountability: A stables owner alleges Grenada’s Ministry of Agriculture acted unfairly in the euthanisation of two imported horses after tick-borne disease tests, raising questions about permits and quarantine handling. Community and environment: CYEN Grenada urged residents and visitors to protect sea turtles during nesting season by keeping noise and lights low and avoiding disturbance.

Tourism & Culture: A new wave of Caribbean travel is shifting from beaches-only to stories, food, festivals, and real local access, with Grenada highlighted as part of that experience-driven push. Grenada Infrastructure: Grenada’s city is set to regain a lost fire station, with a new facility planned next to the Emergency Operations Center to improve response times and protect insurance ratings. Road Updates: Scott Street in St George’s will close overnight (9pm–3am) for Nawasa asphalt paving, with detours and no-parking rules in place. Climate Adaptation: The Ministry of Climate Resilience hosted a validation workshop for Grenada’s Citizen’s Guide to Climate Change Adaptation ahead of its final release. Skills & Training: HEART/NSTA Trust digitised Level Two TVET courses under a CARICOM pilot, including programmes delivered in Grenada. Environment & Communities: CYEN Grenada is urging residents and visitors to protect sea turtles during nesting season by keeping noise and lights low and avoiding disturbance. Regional Spotlight: Taraba State says its participation in Grenada’s African Liberation Festival boosted cultural diplomacy and diaspora tourism links.

Fire & Safety: Grenada’s city leaders say a new fire station is set to replace an old one near the Emergency Operations Center, after the loss of a station in 2022 left the department’s insurance rating at risk—officials argue it will cut response times and help keep residents and businesses safer. Roadworks: The Royal Grenada Police Force announced Scott Street in St George’s will be closed overnight (June 2, 9pm–3am) for Nawasa asphalt paving, with detours and no-parking rules in place. Climate Planning: Grenada’s Ministry of Climate Resilience hosted a validation workshop for a revised Citizen’s Guide to Climate Change Adaptation for Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique, ahead of its public release. Public Procurement: The Central Procurement Unit will hold a two-day symposium (June 10–11) on “Smart Bidding, Stronger Partnerships” to strengthen procurement compliance and partnerships. Youth & Health Advocacy: Across the Caribbean, youth and civil society groups are pushing for urgent action to ban marketing of ultra-processed foods around schools, warning it undermines healthy eating and raises childhood obesity and NCD risks. Regional Skills: HEART/NSTA Trust digitised three Level Two TVET courses under a CARICOM pilot, with programmes now available through the HEART/NSTA Moodle platform. Sports: Grenadian quarter-miler Jamara Patterson turned heads again in US collegiate competition, running a 50.98 in prelims and continuing her climb among the region’s fastest.

Eastern Caribbean Justice: Her Ladyship Madam Margaret Price Findlay has been appointed the 14th Chief Justice of the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court, effective 9 April 2026, taking over regional judicial leadership across OECS member states. Climate & Fisheries: Canada-funded STAR-Fish is scaling clean energy support for Caribbean fisheries, including renewable power and cold-chain upgrades, to boost resilience and low-carbon market access. Public Procurement: Grenada’s Central Procurement Unit will host a two-day “Smart Bidding, Stronger Partnerships” symposium on 10–11 June at Radisson Beach Resort, aiming to strengthen compliance and vendor participation. Climate Adaptation Planning: A validation workshop for Grenada’s Citizen’s Guide to Climate Change Adaptation was held 1 June, refining the guide ahead of its public release under the National Adaptation Plan 2025–2030. Tourism Health Security: Grenada has launched CARPHA’s Regional Tourism and Health Programme to improve surveillance and early warning for tourism-related public health threats. Local Updates: Scott Street in St George’s will close for asphalt paving from 2 June, 9pm–3am, with detours and no-parking rules in place. Sports Spotlight: Grenadian sprinter Jamara Patterson made history by running 50.98 seconds in NCAA prelims and winning the 400m title at C-USA Outdoor, moving her up the national all-time list. Environment Watch: CYEN Grenada is urging residents and visitors to protect sea turtles during nesting season by keeping noise and lights low and avoiding disturbance.

Grenada Tourism & Health: Grenada has launched the Regional Tourism and Health Programme, a CARPHA initiative to boost health surveillance and early warning for tourism-related public health events, with tourism contributing over 25% of GDP. Digital Transformation: Ron Redhead has been appointed Grenada’s Minister for Digital Transformation, tasked with ICT infrastructure, digital government, data governance, cybersecurity, innovation and AI policy. Regional Aviation: Antigua hosted the 14th NACC civil aviation directors meeting, highlighting aviation as the “lifeblood” for small islands and pushing safety, security and sustainability. Caribbean Week in New York: Tourism ministers and leaders gathered in Manhattan for Caribbean Week 2026 to strengthen connectivity, resilience and a unified regional tourism voice. Community Concerns in Woodford: Two Woodford-area groups, WE ACT and the Future Builders Community Network, are raising questions about industrial development, planning law and environmental governance. Finance Watch: The Grenada Development Bank rejected circulating claims about its 2024 loss, saying it was driven by a software write-off and higher loan-loss provisions.

Tourism & Health Security: Grenada has launched the CARPHA Regional Tourism and Health Programme, aiming to boost health surveillance and early warning for tourism-related public health events, with officials saying it strengthens both preparedness and the island’s appeal. Digital Transformation: Ron Redhead was appointed Minister for Digital Transformation, tasked with ICT infrastructure, digital government, data governance, cybersecurity, innovation, and AI policy. Aviation & Connectivity: Antigua hosted ICAO’s NACC regional civil aviation directors meeting, with aviation framed as a lifeline for small island economies including tourism and trade. Regional Courts: The Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court confirmed Margaret Price Findlay as Chief Justice effective April 9, citing leadership for rule of law across OECS states. Local Governance & Environment: Woodford residents’ groups say planning safeguards and environmental protections were ignored during industrial development, pointing to stop orders and PDA approval processes. Business Accountability: The Grenada Development Bank rejected online claims about its 2024 results, saying the loss was driven mainly by software write-offs and loan-loss provisions. Sports: Grenadian sprinter Nazzio John equalled the national 200m senior record (20.27) and qualified for the NCAA Division I championships.

Aviation & Tourism Connectivity: Antigua hosted the 14th NACC regional meeting of civil aviation directors (June 1–5), with ICAO and OECS-ECCAA partners discussing safety, security, sustainability, and regional cooperation—an important reminder that air links are “the lifeblood” for small islands like Grenada. Caribbean Week in New York: Tourism ministers and commissioners from across the region, including Grenada, are in Manhattan for Caribbean Week 2026 at InterContinental New York Times Square, pushing market share, airlift development, sustainability, and brand strategy. Grenada–Africa Trade Push: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell used African Liberation Day in Grenada to argue for stronger Africa-Caribbean cooperation beyond symbolism—focused on practical trade and investment partnerships. Mental Health Support: Grenada is rolling out a six-month CVQ Level 2 training for 10 orderlies at Mt Gay Psychiatric Hospital, with EC$81,600 for the programme and EC$42,000 in stipends approved by Cabinet. Security & Community Concerns: Local reports highlight ongoing debate over planning safeguards at Woodford and renewed attention to illegal drug imports, with customs officials pointing to Canada as a major source. Weather Watch: A tropical wave is expected to bring showers to Grenada Saturday night into Sunday morning, with no cyclone formation expected in the next 48 hours.

Caribbean Week in New York: Tourism ministers and commissioners from across the region, including Grenada, are set to gather in Manhattan for Caribbean Week 2026 at InterContinental New York Times Square, aiming to boost resilience, marketing, airlift planning and sustainability. Tourism Leadership Spotlight: Henry Harteveldt will keynote the Caribbean Marketing Conference on June 3, focusing on airline trends and how Caribbean destinations can secure stronger connectivity. Grenada Community & Diaspora: Grenada’s Guyanese community marked Guyana’s 60th Independence anniversary with a major celebration that drew Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell and highlighted growing regional ties. Local Governance & Integrity: Prime Minister Godwin Friday says any future citizenship-by-investment programme will be structurally separated from the political directorate, with tight regulation and parliamentary accountability. Public Safety & Justice: A Grenada Football Association legal challenge was dismissed, with the judge citing delays in using internal GFA mechanisms. Regional Security: The USS Nimitz is visiting Jamaica as part of Southern Seas 2026, with Caribbean leaders including Grenada’s PM among delegations. Mental Health Training: Ten orderlies at Mt Gay Psychiatric Hospital begin specialised training to strengthen Grenada’s mental healthcare support services.

U.S.-Caribbean security and diplomacy: The USS Nimitz will dock in Kingston, Jamaica from June 1–5 as part of Southern Seas 2026, with Caribbean leaders including Grenada PM Dickon Mitchell among the delegations for shipboard tours, flight observations, and youth/school activities. Grenada politics and governance: Opposition claims the NNP is using “psychological warfare” via a controversial pollster to target PM Dickon Mitchell’s seat, while separate reporting says the Woodford community dispute centers on alleged disregard of planning stop orders and environmental requirements. Sports administration: A judge has outlined reasons for dismissing a legal bid by banker Roger Duncan to block elections for a new Grenada Football Association executive. Public safety and crime: Customs officials say most illegal drug barrels intercepted in Grenada are originating from Canada, including a recent bust hidden in pampers. Mental health support: Ten orderlies at Mt Gay Psychiatric Hospital begin a six-month specialised training programme to strengthen frontline care, with stipends approved by Cabinet. Tourism and investment: InterContinental Grenada–La Sagesse is set to open in November 2026, adding 120 rooms to Grenada’s luxury beachfront market. Weather: A tropical wave is expected to bring showers to Grenada Saturday night into Sunday morning.

Regional Security & Diplomacy: The USS Nimitz is set to arrive in Kingston, Jamaica, for a five-day port call as part of Southern Seas 2026, with Caribbean leaders and delegations—including Grenada’s PM Dickon Mitchell—touring the carrier and discussing maritime cooperation. Climate Data & Agriculture: Taiwan’s Technical Mission in Saint Lucia backed a greenhouse gas inventory validation workshop in Micoud, supporting better crop emissions data collection through the CCMRVH climate project. Grenada Governance: Prime Minister Godwin Friday says any future citizenship-by-investment programme will be structurally separated from the political directorate, tightly regulated, and run with due diligence and full parliamentary accountability. Tourism & Investment: InterContinental Grenada–La Sagesse is scheduled to open in November 2026, bringing 120 rooms and a new luxury beachfront brand to Grenada’s premium travel market. Mental Health Training: Ten orderlies at Mt Gay Psychiatric Hospital begin a six-month specialised training programme to strengthen frontline support for vulnerable patients. Weather Watch: A tropical wave is expected to bring increased cloudiness and showers to Grenada Saturday night into Sunday morning.

Citizenship-by-Investment Rules: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell’s government says any citizenship-by-investment programme it introduces later this year will be structurally separated from the political directorate, with tight regulation, strong due diligence, regional oversight, and full parliamentary accountability for inflows and spending. Mental Health Training: Ten orderlies at Mt Gay Psychiatric Hospital will begin a six-month CVQ Level 2 training programme at the end of May, costing about EC$81,600, with Cabinet also approving EC$42,000 in stipends to strengthen frontline support for vulnerable patients. Africa-Caribbean Trade Push: At African Liberation Day events, Grenada’s PM called for deeper practical cooperation between Africa and the Caribbean—especially in trade, investment, education, and cultural exchange—while highlighting the contributions of Nigerians living in Grenada. Tourism Upgrade: InterContinental Grenada–La Sagesse is set to open in November 2026, bringing a 120-room luxury beachfront resort to La Sagesse Bay and adding a new international brand to Grenada’s premium hospitality pipeline. OECS Small Business Funding: The OECS Commission has launched the second call for proposals under Window 2 of the Regional MSME Matching Grants Programme, offering USD $100,000–$150,000 for value chain groups in fisheries, coastal tourism, and waste management.

Tourism & Culture: Grenada is set to get a major luxury boost with InterContinental Grenada–La Sagesse, a 120-room beachfront resort planned for November 2026 on La Sagesse Bay. Africa–Caribbean Trade Push: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell used African Liberation Day in Grenville to call for deeper Africa-Caribbean cooperation in trade, investment, culture and diplomacy, pointing to Nigerians in Grenada as key contributors. Regional Business Growth: OECS launched a second call for proposals under Window 2 of the Regional MSME Matching Grants Programme, offering USD $100,000–$150,000 for value chain groups in fisheries, coastal tourism and waste management. Governance & Finance: PM Godwin Friday says Grenada’s planned citizenship-by-investment programme will be kept at arm’s length from politicians, with tight regulation and parliamentary accountability. Public Health Watch: Grenada’s Ministry of Health says it is monitoring an Ebola outbreak in the DRC, with WHO assessing the risk of spread to the Caribbean, including Grenada, as very low. Local Economy & Energy: A fresh look at Grenada’s rooftop solar push is being urged, with critics saying the details behind “no upfront cost” promises need scrutiny.

Africa-Caribbean Push: Grenada PM Dickon Mitchell used African Liberation Day in Grenville to call for stronger Africa-Caribbean trade, investment, cultural exchange and practical partnerships, praising Nigerians in Grenada as key contributors. Luxury Tourism Boost: InterContinental Hotels & Resorts says InterContinental Grenada–La Sagesse will open in November 2026, adding 120 rooms on La Sagesse Bay and positioning Grenada for more premium visitors. OECS Business Funding: The OECS Commission launched the second call for Window 2 of the Regional MSME Matching Grants Programme, offering USD $100,000–$150,000 for value chain groups in fisheries, coastal tourism and waste management. Energy Policy Debate: A Grenada rooftop solar plan is being questioned over who pays upfront and whether “for every household” rollout is operationally realistic. Health Watch: Grenada’s Ministry of Health says it is monitoring the Ebola outbreak in the DRC, with WHO assessing the risk of spread to the Caribbean, including Grenada, as very low. Local Governance Job Listing: The Housing Authority of Grenada is recruiting an Accountant as part of a wider push to modernise finance and strengthen housing delivery.

OECS Blue Economy Funding: The OECS Commission has launched the second call for proposals under Window 2 of the Regional MSME Matching Grants Programme, targeting Value Chain Groups in fisheries, coastal tourism and waste management across Grenada, Saint Lucia and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, with grants of US$100,000–US$150,000. Sovereign Debt Relief Signal: Fitch has revised sovereign rating criteria around pausing bond repayments, a move that could affect how countries seek short-term liquidity help during debt stress. Health Watch: Grenada’s Ministry of Health says it is monitoring the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with WHO assessing the risk of spread to the Caribbean (including Grenada) as very low. Luxury Tourism Push: InterContinental Hotels & Resorts announced InterContinental Grenada–La Sagesse, a 120-room beachfront resort opening in November 2026. Local Governance Jobs: The Housing Authority of Grenada is recruiting an Accountant as part of a wider push to modernise finance systems and support housing programmes. Youth in Agriculture: IICA Grenada held its 2026 Accountability Seminar focused on advancing youth development in agriculture. Africa-Caribbean Trade Drive: PM Dickon Mitchell renewed calls for stronger Africa-Caribbean trade and investment ties during African Liberation Day celebrations.

Luxury Tourism: InterContinental Hotels & Resorts says it will open InterContinental Grenada–La Sagesse, a 120-room beachfront resort beside Six Senses, scheduled for November 2026, positioning it as a new luxury benchmark with bay views, Caribbean-inspired design, and expanded dining. Public Health: Grenada’s Ministry of Health says it is monitoring the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo; WHO assesses the risk of spread to the Caribbean, including Grenada, as very low, with no immediate threat and no need for alarm. Housing & Jobs: The Housing Authority of Grenada is recruiting an Accountant as part of a broader push to modernise finance systems and strengthen governance for housing programmes like Project 500. Youth & Agriculture: IICA Grenada’s 2026 Accountability Seminar focused on advancing youth development in agriculture, highlighting training, technology access, agri-entrepreneurship, and plans for a youth in agriculture network. Politics & Allegations: Opposition Leader Emmalin Pierre demands a formal government investigation into allegations involving a Nigerian delegation hosted for African Liberation Day, after claims of inappropriate conduct toward hotel workers in the south. Regional Diplomacy: Grenada’s PM Dickon Mitchell used African Liberation Day to call for deeper Africa–Caribbean trade, investment, culture, and diplomacy, praising Nigerians in Grenada as part of national life. Search at Sea: Authorities continue searching for two men from Carriacou reported missing at sea after engine trouble near Kick ’em Jenny; the Coast Guard urges anyone with sightings to call 911.