AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoRenewables Funding: IRENA opened a funding call for renewable energy projects across Central America and the Caribbean, including Dominica, prioritizing proposals before Sept. 1 and covering solar, wind, hydro, geothermal, bioenergy, green hydrogen, electric mobility, and even sargassum-based energy. Tourism Tech & Jobs: Dominica’s Cable Car project is on track for completion later this year, with Tourism Minister Denise Charles-Pemberton saying it will boost tourism and create immediate local employment, alongside upgrades to key ecotourism sites and roads. AI for Policy: CARICOM’s tax chief Dr. Carla Barnett urged “smart, data-driven and AI-enabled” tax systems at a regional conference, pushing for future-ready revenue as external aid becomes less certain. Local Skills for Digital Futures: A Dominican entrepreneur launched two skills development books for children and youth, explicitly targeting digital literacy, IT, finance, and safety awareness. Energy Resilience Focus: CARICOM leaders at a Saint Lucia summit emphasized strengthening systems they can influence—food and energy security, transport, healthcare, AI, and regional trade—to handle climate shocks. Health & Law Debate: Letters to the editor continue reacting to the High Court’s abortion ruling and what happens if government timelines aren’t met.
Note: AI summary from news headlines; neutral sources weighted more to help reduce bias in the result. Feedback is welcome. Please let us know if you have any comments or suggestions about the AGP Executive Report.
Perspectify News
