AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoIMF Review: The IMF executive board has concluded Dominica’s 2026 Article IV Consultation, praising 4.5% GDP growth in 2025 driven by tourism and infrastructure, while warning that fiscal and external imbalances remain high and urging continued consolidation, structural reforms, and disaster-ready buffers. Tourism & Upgrades: Dominica has launched Tourism Awareness Month 2026, highlighting a 15% rise in 2025 visitor arrivals and continued growth into 2026, alongside major site upgrades and a push for wellness tourism. Cost of Living Pressure: The UWP is calling for CARICOM talks with Guyana to access cheaper gasoline after Dominica’s fuel prices rose in May, citing regional energy pressures. Fisheries Development: Prime Minister Skerrit continued consultations on making the Marigot Fisheries Complex a port of entry, telling fishers and vendors operations won’t disrupt livelihoods and will open new opportunities. Education: Over 700 students are set for the 2026 Grade Six National Assessment, with exams starting May 28 and running through May 29 islandwide. Power Reliability: DOMLEC says May 26 load shedding was linked to a generation shortfall at Fond Cole, with repairs scheduled and geothermal expected to resume May 28. Governance & Trust: An open letter urges a reset of Dominica’s Electoral Commission, arguing public confidence and implementation failures threaten legitimacy ahead of the October 15 election date. Regional Security: A CARICOM border summit reports free movement hasn’t caused mass migration waves, with Dominica reporting only five moves under the regime.
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