AGP Executive Report

Caribbean Cancer Care: Martinique’s Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony says an oncology centre on the island that manufactures radiopharmaceuticals is ready to supply Guyana with radioactive nuclear drugs for certain cancers, following discussions held earlier this year. Regional Airlift Boost: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes have signed an interline agreement to let passengers book combined trips on one ticket with checked baggage through—linking Eastern Caribbean routes with Air Caraïbes services to Martinique, Guadeloupe and French Guiana, plus connections to Paris-Orly. Local Infrastructure Pressure: Warwick District Council in the UK has approved a £235,000 feasibility study to assess whether a derelict Linen Street multi-storey car park can be renovated and partially reopened after years of safety closures. Hotel Leadership: Austin Pruett has been appointed general manager of Martinique New York on Broadway, Curio Collection by Hilton. French Caribbean Legacy Debate: France’s National Assembly voted to repeal the Code Noir, but critics say it remains symbolic without real reparations.

Cancer Care Cooperation: Martinique’s Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony says an oncology centre on the island is ready to supply Guyana with radioactive nuclear drugs (radiopharmaceuticals) for certain cancers, following talks with local doctors. Regional Health Expansion: In related health coverage, the push for wider cancer screening and early detection is highlighted, including expanded breast screening services and cervical cancer prevention efforts. Energy & Storage Watch: France’s energy regulator CRE has selected five Corsica electricity storage projects totaling about 48 MW, with contracts running into the 2040s–2050s. Caribbean Airlift Moves: New interline deals aim to make island-hopping easier, including LIAT (2020) with Air Caraïbes and Winair with Contour, offering single-ticket travel and smoother connections. Local Governance: Warwick District Council in the UK approved a £235,000 feasibility study to revive a derelict multi-storey car park, with options focused on partial renovation and reopening some spaces. Travel Disruption: A separate report warns that fuel shortages linked to the Strait of Hormuz disruption have contributed to the collapse of multiple airlines, with knock-on effects for passengers.

Cancer Care Link: Martinique is ready to supply Guyana with radioactive drugs for certain cancers, with Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony saying an oncology centre in Martinique can send radiopharmaceutical isotopes to doctors in Guyana. Health Policy: France has moved to formally acknowledge harm from the pesticide chlordecone in Guadeloupe and Martinique, setting goals for decontamination, support for affected workers, and a path toward future reparations. Local Infrastructure: Warwick District Council is pushing ahead with a £235,000 feasibility study to revive the derelict Linen Street multi-storey car park, exploring partial demolition, refurbishment and structural strengthening to reopen leaseholder spaces. Hotel Leadership: Austin Pruett has been appointed general manager of Martinique New York on Broadway, Curio Collection by Hilton. Regional Airlift: New interline agreements are aimed at making Caribbean travel easier, including links involving Air Caraïbes and LIAT (2020) that allow single-ticket journeys across islands and onward to Europe.

Caribbean Health & Care: Martinique is ready to supply Guyana with radioactive nuclear drugs (isotopes) for certain cancers, with Health Minister Dr. Frank Anthony saying radiopharmaceuticals made in Martinique could be sent to doctors in Guyana. Cancer Screening Push: Guyana’s Health Ministry says mammography access is expanding beyond Georgetown, aiming for breast screening in every region, alongside HPV efforts to cut cervical cancer and plans for more early-detection pilots. French Caribbean Justice: France’s National Assembly voted to repeal the Code Noir, but critics say it’s symbolic without real reparations; separately, a new French law recognizes the state’s “share of responsibility” in the chlordecone scandal affecting Guadeloupe and Martinique, setting goals for cleanup and compensation work. Regional Airlift Moves: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes signed an interline deal for single-ticket, through-baggage travel across English, French and Dutch Caribbean routes, including Martinique and French Guiana. Local Business & Tourism: Hilton appointed Austin Pruett as general manager of Martinique New York on Broadway, Curio Collection by Hilton. Diaspora & Events: Grenada Diaspora Homecoming 2026 runs June 21–July 5 with cultural, business and community events across Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique.

Cancer Care & Screening: Guyana’s Health Minister Dr. Frank Anthony says Martinique is ready to supply radioactive nuclear drugs and isotopes for certain cancers, while Guyana expands mammography, HPV cervical screening, and plans more early-detection pilots. Slave Trade Reckoning: France’s National Assembly voted to repeal the Code Noir, but critics say it’s still “symbolic without substance,” with justice and reparations left unresolved. Chlordecone Accountability: France’s parliament adopted a bill recognizing the state’s “share of responsibility” for long-term harm from the pesticide chlordecone in Guadeloupe and Martinique, with remediation and future compensation frameworks on the agenda. Regional Airlift Links: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes signed an interline deal to let passengers book combined itineraries with single tickets and checked baggage across English- and French-speaking islands, including Martinique. Diaspora & Tourism: Grenada’s Diaspora Homecoming 2026 runs June 21–July 5 with cultural events and business forums, plus extra flights from major markets. Local Community Watch: Warwick District Council is considering a costly feasibility study to revive the derelict Linen Street multi-storey car park.

Health Cooperation: Martinique’s health minister Dr. Frank Anthony says the island is ready to supply Guyana with radioactive nuclear drugs (radiopharmaceutical isotopes) for doctors to treat certain cancers, following discussions with Martinique’s oncology centre. Aviation & Connectivity: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes have signed an interline deal to let passengers book combined itineraries on one ticket, with checked baggage through, linking Eastern Caribbean routes (including Martinique and Guadeloupe) to wider networks. Regional Airlift: New airline interline partnerships involving Winair, Contour Airlines, LIAT Air and Air Caraïbes aim to make hopping between Caribbean islands easier and cheaper, reducing separate tickets and baggage hassles. Politics & Justice: France’s parliament has adopted a bill recognising the state’s “share of responsibility” in the chlordecone pesticide scandal affecting Guadeloupe and Martinique, setting goals for decontamination and compensation work. Local Economy: Warwick District Council is considering a costly feasibility study to revive the derelict Linen Street multi-storey car park, closed for safety reasons since 2021. Diaspora & Tourism: Grenada’s Diaspora Homecoming 2026 runs June 21–July 5 with cultural events and business forums across Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique, with extra flights added from major markets.

Cancer Care Cooperation: Guyana’s Health Minister Dr. Frank Anthony says Martinique is ready to supply radioactive nuclear drugs for certain cancers, with isotopes to be sent to local doctors for treatment. Regional Airlift Boost: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes have signed an interline deal for single-ticket travel across their combined networks, including Martinique and Guadeloupe, aiming to cut hassle like re-checking baggage and duplicate fees. Caribbean Connectivity via Europe: Air Caraïbes and LIAT’s collaboration also links Eastern Caribbean islands and Guyana to Air Caraïbes’ Paris-Orly service, making multi-island itineraries easier. Public Health Accountability: France’s National Assembly backed a bill recognising the state’s “share of responsibility” in the chlordecone scandal affecting Guadeloupe and Martinique, with plans for decontamination and compensation frameworks. Environment & Sargassum: An OECS delegation is visiting Martinique and Guadeloupe to study sargassum management and explore value-added uses, supported by the EU and OECS. Local Infrastructure Watch: Warwick District Council is considering a costly feasibility study to revive the derelict Linen Street multi-storey car park, with potential to reopen leaseholder spaces.

Chlordecone Accountability: France’s National Assembly has unanimously backed a bill recognizing the state’s “share of responsibility” for the health, environmental and economic harm caused by chlordecone in Guadeloupe and Martinique, where health authorities say over 90% of adults carry traces of the pesticide; the law also sets goals for decontamination, research and support for affected farmers and fishermen. Cancer Care Link-Up: Martinique’s health minister says an oncology centre that manufactures radiopharmaceuticals is ready to supply Guyana with radioactive drugs to treat certain cancers, following discussions with local doctors and cancer survivors. Regional Airlift Boost: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes have signed an interline agreement to let passengers book combined itineraries on one ticket with checked baggage through, improving connections between the English, French and Dutch-speaking Caribbean and Europe. Sargassum Management Mission: An OECS delegation is visiting Martinique and Guadeloupe to study sargassum seaweed management and explore value-added uses, building on EU- and OECS-supported regional work. Local Finance Watch: Grenada’s opposition NNP says it would cut taxes on water and electricity if elected, as party conventions reshuffle leadership and set campaign priorities.

Cancer Care & Trade Links: Martinique’s health minister says an oncology centre is ready to supply Guyana with radioactive drugs to treat certain cancers, boosting regional medical cooperation. Regional Airlift: New interline deals involving Winair, Contour, LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes aim to make island-hopping cheaper and easier, including single-ticket travel and through-checked baggage to connect Martinique and other French Caribbean territories with wider networks. Chlordecone Accountability: France’s National Assembly has backed a bill recognising the state’s “share of responsibility” for long-term harm from chlordecone in Guadeloupe and Martinique, with plans for decontamination and support for affected communities. Legal & Historical Reckoning: France also moved to repeal the Code Noir, the slavery-era law that treated enslaved people as property, a symbolic step that still leaves reparations debates alive. Environment in Focus: An OECS delegation visited Martinique and Guadeloupe to study sargassum management, while local strategies continue to push for better regional cooperation. Local Spotlight: A Martinique-born defender is drawing attention in U.S. soccer, and Martinique’s presence is also noted in regional sports and culture coverage.

Regional Airlift: New interline deals involving Winair, Contour Airlines, LIAT Air and Air Caraïbes aim to make Caribbean hopping easier by using single itineraries, smoother connections and through-checked baggage—linking routes that include Martinique and other French Caribbean destinations. Pesticide Accountability: France’s National Assembly has backed a bill recognising the state’s “share of responsibility” in the chlordecone (Kepone) scandal, with MPs citing long-term health and environmental harm in Martinique and Guadeloupe. Legal Justice in the Region: The OHADAC–CARO arbitration and ADR training programme is set to launch across the Eastern Caribbean, including Martinique, to improve access to economic justice for businesses and investors. Drug Interception: A French Navy operation in the Caribbean seized 737kg of cocaine after boarding a suspect speedboat, with two people detained and the case handed to Colombian authorities. Local Health Support: Calvin Ayre Foundation, with MBS and CalvinAir, helped arrange urgent overseas medical transfers for two patients needing specialist cardiac care, including treatment in Martinique. Sports & Community: Trinidad and Tobago swimmer Anpherne “AJ” Bernard committed to Howard University after a strong Carifta showing in Martinique.

Chlordecone Accountability: France’s National Assembly has unanimously backed a bill recognizing the state’s “share of responsibility” for the long-term health, environmental and economic harm caused by chlordecone in Guadeloupe and Martinique, where MPs cite contamination affecting almost 90% of adults and links to cancers and other health impacts—setting up decontamination goals and compensation work. Regional Aviation Connectivity: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes have launched an interline deal letting travellers book combined routes on a single ticket, with checked baggage through and fewer transfer hassles, linking islands including Martinique and Guadeloupe to Antigua hubs and onward to Paris-Orly. Drug Interdiction: A French Navy operation in the Caribbean, supported by Dutch and Dominican aircraft, seized 737kg of cocaine from a speedboat; two suspects were detained and the drugs handed to Colombian authorities. Sargassum Management: An OECS delegation is visiting Martinique and Guadeloupe to study sargassum handling and explore value-added uses, building on EU- and OECS-supported regional strategies. Sports & Local Ties: Martinique-born defender Patrick Burner helped Colorado Springs secure a key defensive win in the USL, while Trinidad and Tobago swimmer Anpherne “AJ” Bernard committed to Howard University after a strong Carifta showing in Martinique.

Chlordecone Accountability: France’s National Assembly has unanimously voted to repeal the state’s “partial responsibility” for the chlordecone pesticide scandal, acknowledging harm to Guadeloupe and Martinique and setting goals for decontamination and compensation planning. Regional Aviation Links: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes have launched an interline deal letting travellers book combined routes on one ticket, with baggage checked through, connecting Martinique and other French Caribbean territories to the wider network and onward to Paris-Orly. Caribbean Connectivity: The same LIAT–Air Caraïbes collaboration is already in action, aiming to make multi-island travel smoother and deepen Caribbean–Europe access. Sargassum Management Mission: An OECS delegation is visiting Martinique and Guadeloupe to study sargassum seaweed handling and explore value-added uses, supported by the EU and OECS. Security at Sea: A French Navy operation in the Caribbean seized 737kg of cocaine from a speedboat, with suspects detained and the drugs handed to Colombian authorities. Local Humanitarian Support: The Calvin Ayre Foundation helped arrange urgent overseas medical transfers for two patients, including specialist cardiac care via Martinique.

Chlordecone 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.

Chlordecone Accountability: France’s National Assembly has unanimously adopted a bill formally acknowledging the state’s “share of responsibility” for the health, moral, environmental and economic harm caused by chlordecone in Guadeloupe and Martinique, with MPs citing contamination affecting nearly 90% of adults and links to cancers and other long-term effects. Anti-Drug Patrols: A French Navy operation in the Caribbean—supported by Dutch and Dominican aircraft—intercepted an unflagged speedboat, seized 737kg of cocaine, and handed suspects and cargo to Colombian authorities. Regional Aviation Links: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes launched an interline agreement letting passengers book combined itineraries on one ticket, with baggage checked through across networks that include Guadeloupe, Martinique and French Guiana. Sargassum Management Mission: An OECS delegation visited Martinique and Guadeloupe to study sargassum seaweed management and explore value-added uses, building on EU/OECS-supported regional strategies. Legal Training for Businesses: The OHADAC–CARO Centre, with the OECS, is set to launch training on arbitration and ADR to strengthen access to economic justice across the Eastern Caribbean. Health Transfers: The Calvin Ayre Foundation, with MBS and CalvinAir, helped arrange urgent overseas cardiac care for two patients from the region, including transfers to Martinique for specialists.

Chlordecone Accountability: France’s National Assembly has unanimously backed a bill recognizing the state’s “share of responsibility” for the health, environmental and economic harm caused by chlordecone in Martinique and Guadeloupe, with MPs citing contamination affecting nearly 90% of adults and links to serious illnesses. Legal Justice in the Region: The OHADAC–CARO Regional Arbitration Centre and the OECS are set to launch training on arbitration and ADR across the Eastern Caribbean, aiming to make dispute resolution more accessible for businesses and investors. Sargassum Management Mission: An OECS delegation is visiting Martinique and Guadeloupe to study sargassum seaweed management and explore value-added uses, building on EU-supported regional strategies. Air Connectivity Boost: LIAT Air and Air Caraïbes have launched an interline agreement to let travellers book combined itineraries on one ticket with baggage checked through, linking Martinique and the wider French Caribbean to the region and Paris-Orly. Drug Interception: A French Navy operation in the Caribbean seized 737kg of cocaine from a speedboat, with suspects detained and the cargo handed over to Colombian authorities. Sports—Martinique vs Saint Lucia: Saint Lucia’s youth and senior rugby teams suffered heavy defeats to Martinique in friendlies, but the union says the matches offered key development experience.

Chlordecone Accountability: France’s National Assembly has unanimously voted to recognize the state’s “share of responsibility” in the chlordecone pesticide scandal affecting Guadeloupe and Martinique, with lawmakers citing contamination levels affecting most adults and links to serious illnesses; the bill sets goals for decontamination, research priorities, and support for affected fishermen and farmers, while reparations still require a clearer legal framework. Code Noir Repeal: In a separate historic move, France formally repealed the 1685 Code Noir, ending a slavery-era law that treated enslaved people as “movable property,” a symbolic step that has renewed calls for deeper justice beyond legislation. Regional Aviation Links: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes launched an interline agreement to let travellers book combined itineraries on one ticket with through-checked baggage, improving connections between English- and French-speaking Caribbean islands including Martinique and Guadeloupe. Sargassum Management Mission: An OECS delegation is visiting Martinique and Guadeloupe to study sargassum seaweed management and explore value-added uses, supported by the EU and regional partners. Security at Sea: A French Navy operation in the Caribbean seized 737kg of cocaine from a speedboat, with suspects detained and the drugs handed over to Colombian authorities.