AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoHousing: Antigua and Barbuda has received 150 two-bedroom homes at Pelican Court, a EC$50 million development funded by a Chinese grant. China’s ambassador says Beijing is open to backing further projects to improve living conditions. Maritime Safety: The Antigua and Barbuda-flagged bulk carrier Cape Dao has sunk near the Strait of Hormuz after a failed salvage attempt. It was struck in September; one crew member was killed and the others evacuated. Economy: The IMF forecasts slower growth and higher inflation for Antigua and Barbuda, with the country’s inflation outlook among the Eastern Caribbean’s highest. US Deportee Deal: Prime Minister Gaston Browne says the government is seeking funding guarantees and strict limits before agreeing to accept third-country nationals deported by the United States. Tourism: Antigua and Barbuda will host the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s State of the Tourism Industry Conference in 2027, adding to recent regional recognition for its tourism sector. Citizenship Programme: Antigua and Barbuda ranked fifth in the 2026 CBI Index, behind four other Caribbean nations.
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