AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoPower Restored: DOMLEC says it has brought electricity back to most of Dominica after a nationwide grid shutdown caused by a trip at the Geothermal Power Plant, with only the Picard to Ti-Bay stretch expected to return by 6:00 PM. Climate Resilience Push: The Government launched the US$26 million (EC$70.2m) DOMCREP project with the CCCCC and Green Climate Fund to boost food security, early warning, disaster preparedness and support for farmers and agro-processors in eight vulnerable communities. Hurricane Season Reminder: PM Roosevelt Skerrit urged households to review emergency plans and stock essentials as the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season begins, pointing to recent flooding and landslides. Tourism & Jobs: Tourism Minister Denise Charles-Pemberton reported visitor arrivals up 15% to nearly 497,000 last year, with upgrades progressing at key sites and major projects like the airport and marina expected to create opportunities. Airlift & Travel Risk: CHTA President-elect Gregor Nassief says he was denied a US visa, warning it could affect airlift talks and tourism. Regional Connectivity: KARULINK partners met in Guadeloupe to plan new maritime routes and improve mobility across the Eastern Caribbean. Local Appointments: Discover Dominica Authority named Wendy Lake as Destination Marketing Manager effective June 1.
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