AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoProcurement & Roads: Grenada’s Democratic People’s Movement says a “design, build and finance” approach for major road projects “completely ignored” the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Property Act, warning of possible violations and a lack of public cost and financing details. Trade in Services Data: OECS, UNCTAD and ECLAC say they’ve wrapped up a project to close trade-in-services data gaps, using UNCTAD’s TiSSTAT to help member states build stronger export strategies and join global value chains more effectively. Utilities & Kids: PURC completed its biggest Summer School Outreach, reaching 1,679 students and 172 facilitators across Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique with lessons on renewable energy, energy efficiency, and water/electricity conservation. Blue Economy Meeting: Grenada will host OECS ministers on living marine resources and the Blue Economy on 3–4 September, aiming to boost regional cooperation while protecting marine ecosystems that support livelihoods and climate resilience. Digital & AI for Land: Grenada urged inclusive, accessible digitalisation and AI for land restoration and drought resilience, warning that weak connectivity and data access could widen inequalities. Extreme Weather Watch: A new tropical wave is expected to bring showers to Grenada and nearby islands, with seas elevated and localized heavy rain possible. Development Delivery: CDB and the World Bank agreed follow-up actions after reviewing 11 active Grenada projects, including coastal protection, water, health, education, agriculture, renewable energy and monitoring.
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