AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoOverseas Territories Diplomacy: Premier Reuben T. Meade joined Caribbean Overseas Territories leaders in Bermuda for the 2026 Caucus, with Montserrat’s delegation also including UK representative Kei-Retta Farrell; talks focused on UK State Pension uprating, better access to UK health and medical support, and climate resilience and climate finance ahead of the UK Joint Ministerial Council later this year. Migration Politics (EU): The European Parliament adopted a resolution holding Morocco responsible for the Ceuta mass crossings, framing it as “hybrid warfare” and pressing for border surveillance and migration cooperation. Fuel Costs Debate: A regional look at gasoline pricing highlights how Eastern Caribbean governments split the “bill” between what drivers pay at the pump and what the state absorbs. Education Leadership (Montserrat): A Q&A with St. Edward’s University interim president Matthew Shank reflects on campus traditions and the transition after President Montserrat Fuentes’ departure. Music Royalties (OECS): ECCO will distribute over EC$1.7m in 2025 music royalties across the OECS. Football Governance (Montserrat): FIFA imposed a life ban on former Montserrat FA president Vincent Cassell and a 15-year ban on former general secretary Tandica Hughes, citing misuse of funds and improper transactions. Regional Sport (CONCACAF): Montserrat’s Nations League schedule is set for Sept 23–Oct 6, with Turks and Caicos and the British Virgin Islands as group opponents.
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