AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoAirport Dispute Clarified: MMC Development says reports of legal action against the Government of Dominica are false, adding that no arbitration or court proceedings are underway—after a Caribbean News Global report claimed formal arbitration was filed over unmet project conditions tied to the long-awaited international airport. Elderly in Planning: The President of the Dominica Council on Ageing, Nigel Lawrence, is calling for the elderly to be consulted before building public facilities, while also raising concerns about how some bus drivers treat older people. Health Boost: Dominica’s public health push continues with expanded Rapid HIV and Syphilis testing, supported by specialised training for healthcare workers to improve early detection and access to care. Regional Partnerships: Dominica and India have deepened ties with new grant-funded initiatives, including an MoU to import affordable medicines directly from India, plus development work in Grand Bay and the Kalinago Territory. Tourism Momentum: Dominica’s stayover arrivals rose 10% in the first quarter of 2026, building on strong 2025 growth.
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