AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoEnergy: Venezuela has signaled openness to renewable-energy partnerships with Caribbean neighbours, as St. Lucia and other islands face high electricity costs and seek alternatives to imported fossil fuels. Financial Technology: Gros Islet-based VOLURR unveiled its brokerage platform at a Cyprus industry expo, pitching integrated trading, market data and AI tools to institutional and fintech partners. Tourism & Connectivity: Delta plans to add seasonal weekend flights between Atlanta and St. Lucia for summer 2027, while tourism advocates say more inclusive hospitality could help the island attract a wider range of travellers. Local Business: The Saint Lucia-Taiwan trade show brought together 65 local businesses and Taiwanese firms to showcase products, services and technology. Banking: Amendments to the Banking Act establish a free basic account for eligible low-income and vulnerable customers and strengthen consumer protections. Construction: A Trinidad and Tobago appeals court rejected St. Lucia-based Rock Hard Distribution’s challenge to cement-import rules, though the system was suspended in 2024.
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