AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoWater Crisis: Martinique and Guadeloupe are facing an unprecedented summer water emergency, with drought crippling drinking supplies and forcing strict rationing, while damaged sanitation systems make the situation worse; in Guadeloupe, some swimming areas have been closed over coastal pollution, and in Martinique drought alerts are tightening both household and farm water use. Climate Watch: The CariCOF warning adds pressure, saying El Niño-linked warming could bring hotter, longer dry spells in parts of the Lesser Antilles, plus a higher risk of damaging heavy rain later in the wet season. CARICOM Move: Martinique has officially joined CARICOM as an associate member effective 16 June 2026, after CARICOM received the French instrument of accession. Regional Environment: OECS delegates are drawing lessons from Martinique and Guadeloupe’s sargassum response, aiming to turn the seaweed problem into better coastal management and blue-economy opportunities. Tourism & Community: A 12-year-old swimmer, Christophe Maleau, made history by crossing from Saint Lucia to Martinique to raise breast cancer awareness, arriving after nearly 14 hours in the water.
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