AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoChlordecone Compensation: France has formally recognized the State’s responsibility for long-term chlordecone pollution in Guadeloupe and Martinique, paving the way for talks on compensation and expanding the existing scheme to more victims, with a one-year report to Parliament and funding linked to a levy on tobacco products. Reggae Therapy Festival: Martinique is gearing up for the 4th Reggae Therapy Festival on July 11-12 at Stade Louis Achille in Fort-de-France, with major international names like Tarrus Riley, Julian Marley, Barrington Levy and Alborosie plus local talent under a peace, love and unity theme. Sargassum Management Study Visit: A study visit in Martinique and Guadeloupe highlighted practical ways to manage sargassum impacts, including interception, collection, monitoring and use—lessons the Virgin Islands say they can apply to protect health, coasts and tourism. G7 Drug Fight: G7 leaders launched a new ports network and joint action plans to curb global drug trafficking, targeting coordination, anti-money laundering and stronger prosecution efforts. Caribbean Travel Safety: A U.S. Embassy alert warns Americans in the Bahamas about risks tied to jet ski rentals, including reports of sexual assaults by operators.
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