AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoChlordecone Accountability: France’s National Assembly has unanimously backed a bill recognizing the state’s “share of responsibility” for the long-running chlordecone health and environmental damage in Guadeloupe and Martinique, with MPs citing contamination affecting most adults and links to serious illnesses, while also setting goals for decontamination and compensation planning. Regional Air Connectivity: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes have launched an interline deal letting travellers book combined routes on a single ticket, with baggage checked through—connecting Eastern Caribbean islands and Martinique/Guadeloupe services to onward links including Paris-Orly. Sargassum Management Mission: An OECS delegation is visiting Martinique and Guadeloupe to study how the islands manage sargassum seaweed and develop value-added uses, supported by the EU and regional partners. Drug Interception at Sea: A French Navy operation in the Caribbean, with international air support, seized 737kg of cocaine from a speedboat and handed suspects and cargo to Colombian authorities. Local Aid for Medical Transfers: The Calvin Ayre Foundation helped arrange urgent overseas cardiac treatment for two patients, transferring them to Martinique with support from MBS and CalvinAir. Sports & Talent: A Martinique-born defender is drawing praise in U.S. soccer, while Saint Lucia’s rugby teams face Martinique in friendlies as young players gain experience.
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