AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoLeadership: Prime Minister Terrance Drew says doctors have cleared him to resume full duties after stroke rehabilitation. He plans to travel to Washington this week for a US-Caribbean Dialogue and says he will return home soon. Cost of Living: Cabinet approved Christmas and Carnival duty-free concessions from December 1 to January 31. Food gift packages get a tax-free allowance on the first 400 pounds, while other non-commercial imports qualify for EC$675 off their CIF value. Food Security: World Food Day brought free seedlings and home-gardening advice, as Agriculture Minister Samal Duggins urged residents to grow more food and help cut import bills by 2030. Marine Protection: Stakeholder meetings are underway on both islands to update the Federation’s Marine Management Area Plan, with fishers, businesses and government representatives contributing. Nevis Investment: A $25 million contribution from billionaire Patrick Drahi is helping fund the Vance W. Amory International Airport expansion, which is set to accommodate more private jets.
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