AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEbola Border Measures: St. Kitts and Nevis says it denied entry to 17 Nigerians on advice from health authorities amid heightened Ebola concern, with officials stressing there are no suspected or confirmed cases locally and that enhanced port screening is in place. Travel Advisory: A renewed advisory lists 12+ high-risk countries (including DRC, Uganda and Nigeria) and urges nationals to avoid non-essential travel, with possible entry restrictions for arrivals from affected places. Water Security Push: With drought warnings issued and below-normal rainfall expected, PM Terrance Drew toured St. Peter’s as a new water line is installed to boost supply from the Basseterre Valley pumping system, part of a broader EC$100m water infrastructure push. Nevis Utilities Leadership: Nevis Premier Mark Brantley confirmed Nelson Ald Stapleton as new General Manager of the Nevis Electricity Company, effective June 1. Regional Diplomacy & Trade: St. Kitts and Nevis launched the ACTIF 2026 website (actif2026.com) ahead of the July 29–31 forum, while CARICOM foreign ministers discussed a UAE-backed trade and investment framework. Public Safety: Police seized firearms and ammunition in targeted operations in St. Kitts and Nevis, with investigations ongoing. Tourism & Connectivity: Caribbean Airlines will discontinue its St. Kitts and Dominica service from June 1 as it restructures routes amid losses. Governance & Culture: Government unveiled a Diaspora Heritage Emergence program (July 18–25) to reconnect diaspora youth with governance, culture and economic life.
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