AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoClimate Resilience at UNGA: President Sylvanie Burton urged global partners to fund resilience before disasters strike, saying Dominica’s Hurricane Maria experience shows small islands can’t keep borrowing for reconstruction; she called for investment in roads, bridges, buildings, communications, water systems and health facilities, alongside a push to scale renewable energy (geothermal already powers about 84% of electricity). Health Outreach on the Move: The Roseau Health Team brought blood pressure and blood sugar checks, basic screenings and referrals to bus drivers at the Mahaut bus stop during Caribbean Wellness Month, targeting people who struggle to reach clinics and stressing “know your numbers” prevention. Tourism & Wellness Boost: Discover Dominica Authority launched a new free online destination training course for UK and US travel advisers via OTT, covering Dominica’s seven tourism pillars with a focus on Health & Wellness experiences. Festival VIP Upgrade: Rize & Whine and Tipsy Music Festival teams will curate the WCMF 2026 VIP/VVIP experience, adding premium hospitality, wellness services, upgraded viewing and food options. Parliament & Finance: Finance Minister Dr Irving McIntyre sought parliamentary approval for an EC$68.6m IDA credit facility to strengthen fiscal and climate resilience. Marigot Hospital Maintenance: Marigot Hospital will temporarily suspend services for maintenance, with emergency care directed to the Nurse Doris Musgrave Health and Wellness Centre.
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