AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoBahamas Election Watch: Bahamians vote Tuesday in a pivotal general election that could give Prime Minister Philip Davis a rare second term, with voters weighing affordability, housing, immigration and accountability; polls run 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. for 209,264 registered voters across 41 House seats. Blue Economy Funding: OECS has opened its second call for proposals under the Regional MSME Matching Grants Programme, targeting Blue Economy value chain groups in fisheries, marine tourism and waste management with grants of US$100,000–US$150,000. Food Security Push: EU-funded “Cultivating Futures” is now underway across Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Saint Lucia, Grenada and Dominica, aiming to expand ecological school gardens and strengthen school feeding for about 1,600 young students. Regional Finance Signals: Moody’s upgraded The Bahamas’ long-term rating to “Ba3,” shifting the outlook to positive on stronger fiscal performance and lower borrowing needs. St. Lucia Jazz Momentum: The Jazz & Arts Festival’s recent run continues to draw major international attention, with standout performances and record opening crowds.
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