AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoRenewables & Legal Risk: A Victorian anti-wind group has filed a Supreme Court challenge against the Mt Fyans wind project and planning minister Sonya Kilkenny, with plans to target public servants and seek compensation if the case succeeds. Regional Diplomacy: The UWI is congratulating Dr Janet Caroo on her appointment as St Lucia’s Ambassador to CARICOM and OECS, effective Sept 1, with a new role leading St Lucia’s regional integration unit. Broadband Costs: A new study by Broadband Genie ranks the UK 46th globally for average mobile broadband data cost at about $0.27 per 1GB, while noting big caveats in how prices are compared. Inclusive Education: Jamaica’s Mico CARE Centre received an upgraded classroom for students with special educational needs, supported by the CDB and the Jamaica Social Investment Fund. Legal Training Boost: UWI Five Islands and the Antigua and Barbuda Bar Association signed an MOU to expand practical legal training as the campus rolls out its LLB programme. Dominica Tech & Finance: Asprofin Bank (Dominica) is expanding into embedded finance via a multi-year Banking-as-a-Service partnership with Digital TRVST, targeting about $5B in annualized transaction volume. Climate Policy Debate: Commentary and open letters argue the world has broken the 1.5°C promise and say small states shouldn’t be left paying the bill.
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