AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoTourism: Caribbean stayover growth slowed to 1.9% in the first half of 2026, while cruise arrivals jumped 11% to a record 21.7 million. St. Vincent and the Grenadines was among destinations growing faster than the regional average. The Tourism Authority is developing 32 bookable experiences and inviting local vendors to sell at Kingstown’s Sunday Cruise Village. Investment: Invest SVG and Luxembourg’s Nativo Group signed an MOU for the proposed US$100 million SOMA Mayreau eco-resort. The privately financed project is expected to create construction jobs and support local suppliers and services. Exports: A new five-year seafood inspection plan aims to strengthen quality controls and help local producers reach regional and international markets. Flood recovery: The October 6 tropical wave caused 154 reported incidents, including damage to businesses and infrastructure; assessments are underway to determine losses and recovery needs.
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