AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoFood Security & Waste Reduction: Carnival Corporation expanded its surplus meal donation program to the Dominican Republic, sending about 200 portions of unserved meals from Carnival Cruise Line ships to local groups via the Archdiocese of Puerto Plata, with plans to roll out across more ports. SME Formalisation: Jamaica’s Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce reiterated its push to formalise businesses, arguing that registered firms can access financing, grants, digital payments, and e-commerce—plus better supply opportunities for major buyers. Aviation Regulation: Jamaica’s Senate approved the Civil Aviation (Amendment) Act, 2026, aiming to strengthen safety oversight, accident investigations, and compliance with international standards. Tourism Safety & Local Trade: Negril stakeholders met amid recent violence concerns, stressing that safety is a shared responsibility across big hotels, small businesses, vendors, and artisans that depend on tourism. Disability Services Access: Jamaica’s JCPD promoted its “I Am Able” app for registering, filing discrimination complaints, and accessing grants and remote support tools. Credit & Marketing Skills for SMEs: Taiwan’s Technical Mission trained 80+ Saint Lucian SME owners in AI-powered marketing tools (ChatGPT/Canva), reporting very high satisfaction and practical e-commerce copy and imagery upgrades.
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