AGP Executive Report

Illegal Dumping Crackdown: Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre says people are dumping waste “wherever there is open space,” and warns the law will be enforced as the government cleans up the mess. Community Recycling Push: Saint Lucia launches the Green Champions Challenge to collect e-waste and aluminum cans, aiming to keep toxic materials out of landfills while engaging local schools with IDB Lab support. Water Security for Farmers: Taiwan’s technical mission backs the rehabilitation of Chassin’s irrigation system, including clearing silt and adding filtration to improve water quality and reliability. Tourism + Utilities Planning: The NURC chief warns tourism growth must not outpace water, power, internet and sewage planning, calling for utilities to be built in from the start. Youth Climate Voice: Saint Lucia’s inaugural Local Conference of Youth (LCOY) brings young people together on water, energy, food security, adaptation and climate finance to shape the national youth statement. Food Systems Investment (Regional): St. Vincent and the Grenadines advances eight agriculture and food-system projects into a Barbados “deal room,” including irrigation, poultry and agro-processing. Beach Access Under Pressure: A regional look at how foreign beachfront development can restrict practical access to Caribbean beaches, despite legal public rights.

Food Systems Finance: St. Vincent and the Grenadines pushed eight agriculture and food-system projects into a Barbados “deal room,” including irrigation upgrades, poultry and agro-processing proposals, as governments chase resilient food security funding. Beach Access & Development: A growing debate is resurfacing across the Caribbean over whether foreign-built beachfront properties are making it harder for people to reach public beaches in practice, even when laws say access should be open. Water for Farmers: Taiwan’s Technical Mission helped rehabilitate the Chassin irrigation system in Babonneau, tackling silt-clogging and improving water quality to support reliable crop irrigation. Recycling Push: Saint Lucia’s Green Champions Challenge is mobilizing schools to collect e-waste and aluminum cans, aiming to keep toxic materials out of landfills. Community Tourism: OECS held a CBT workshop backed by the EU to help communities capture more value from tourism through sustainable, locally led projects. Youth Climate Voice: Saint Lucia’s youth conference is shaping a national statement on water, energy, food security, adaptation and climate finance. Utilities & Tourism Planning: The NURC warned that tourism growth must plan for water, power, internet and sewage from the start, not after development. Waste Enforcement: PM Pierre called for stronger action against illegal dumping, saying the public is dumping “wherever there is open space.” Sports Tourism Deal: The SLTA’s multi-year Arsenal partnership adds an academy hub and global destination marketing, tying youth development and tourism visibility to sustainability.

Youth Climate Policy: Saint Lucia’s first Local Conference of Youth (LCOY) brought young people to Bay Gardens to shape a national youth statement for global climate talks, focusing on water, energy, food security, adaptation, climate finance and agriculture. Tourism & Utilities Resilience: The NURC chief warned that tourism growth must not outpace water, power, internet and sewage planning, saying utilities can’t be treated as an afterthought. Sports Tourism Deal: The Saint Lucia Tourism Authority and Arsenal FC announced a multi-year partnership starting 2026/27, with global destination branding and an academy hub to mentor local talent. Illegal Dumping Crackdown: PM Philip J. Pierre called out rising illegal waste dumping and said enforcement will be needed to protect public spaces and reduce the burden on taxpayers. Regional Climate Finance: IFC will invest up to US$15m in the Caribbean Community Reilience Fund debt sub-fund across 13 countries, targeting resilience and sustainable development projects. Skills for Green Jobs: TVET schools received equipment for solar installation and agro-processing training under Green & Blue Skills and NDC-Tec projects.

Tourism & Sports Partnership: The Saint Lucia Tourism Authority has announced a multi-year global partnership with Arsenal FC, naming the island the Premier League club’s official destination partner from the 2026-27 season, with Brand Saint Lucia promotion in the UK and an academy hub to mentor local youth players. Regional Integration & Climate Resilience: Incoming CARICOM Chair PM Philip J. Pierre says regional integration must deliver real, everyday results as Saint Lucia hosts the 51st Heads of Government meeting (July 5-8) under “From Resilience to Renewal,” with climate resilience and sustainable development front and centre. Water & Utilities for Tourism: The NURC chief warns tourism growth must not outpace utility planning, stressing reliable water, electricity, internet and sewage as essential for climate resilience and visitor confidence. Illegal Dumping Crackdown: PM Pierre calls illegal dumping a growing problem, saying enforcement must improve as waste is being left in open spaces and even on public beaches. Youth & Climate Policy: Saint Lucia’s inaugural Local Conference of Youth (LCOY) is bringing young environmental voices into the climate agenda. Marine & Community Support: A voluntary nightly resort donation is funding marine conservation and community outreach, including food drives.

CARICOM Food Security Push: Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre says Saint Lucia will use the upcoming CARICOM Heads meeting to drive urgent regional action on agricultural sustainability and cut reliance on food imports. Tourism Meets Utility Reality: The NURC chief warns tourism growth must be matched with early planning for water, power, internet and sewage, not “catch up” later. Illegal Dumping Crackdown: PM Pierre calls illegal dumping a growing public problem and says the law must be enforced to protect beaches, roadsides and open spaces. Climate Funding for Water: Stakeholders validate a project proposal aimed at unlocking Green Climate Fund support to strengthen Saint Lucia’s water resilience. Youth Climate Policy: Saint Lucia’s inaugural LCOY brings young voices into the climate agenda, linking local ideas to regional and international action. Skills for Green Jobs: TVET schools receive solar and electrical training tools plus agro-processing equipment under German-funded Green & Blue Skills and NDC-Tec projects. Arsenal Partnership: Saint Lucia’s multi-year Arsenal deal targets tourism exposure and includes an academy hub for youth football development. Regional Finance for Resilience: CARICOM leaders also look at creating a regional EXIM bank to unlock long-term trade and climate-resilient development financing. Waste-to-Value in Rum: A regional report highlights Caribbean rum producers investing in renewable energy, water recovery and waste-to-energy to reduce climate and resource risks.

Tourism & Utilities: The NURC’s Skeeta Gibbs warned that tourism growth must be planned alongside water, power, internet and sewage systems—otherwise utilities end up “catching up” later, at high cost and low sustainability. Waste & Enforcement: PM Philip J. Pierre called illegal dumping a growing national problem, saying people dump wherever there’s open space and that the law must be enforced to protect beaches, roadsides and public resources. Sports Tourism Push: The Saint Lucia Tourism Authority announced a multi-year partnership with Arsenal FC, aiming to boost global visibility and support a local youth academy hub—linking tourism marketing with football development. Green Skills for Youth: TVET schools received new equipment for green jobs, including solar training tools and green-cooling systems, under German-funded Green & Blue Skills and NDC-Tec projects. Community Conservation Fund: A voluntary $2 nightly donation by resort guests is funding marine conservation and community outreach, including holiday food drives for vulnerable families. Climate Water Funding: Stakeholders validated a project proposal to unlock Green Climate Fund support for long-overdue water sector resilience work.

Illegal Dumping Crackdown: PM Philip J. Pierre says illegal waste dumping is spreading “wherever there is open space,” and warns enforcement must follow as taxpayers get stuck cleaning up. CARICOM Climate Focus: Pierre says Saint Lucia will host the CARICOM Heads meeting July 5–8, with leaders pushing “from resilience to renewal,” including climate resilience, disaster preparedness, and sustainable development. Sports-Tourism Push: The Saint Lucia Tourism Authority has signed a multi-year Arsenal FC deal, naming the island an official destination partner and backing a local youth academy hub—aimed at boosting tourism and opportunities for young players. Music Rights Meets Tax Compliance: The Inland Revenue Department and ECCO signed an MOU to improve transparency and protect music rights, including sharing ticket and event data for better compliance. Farmers’ Food Security Recognition: Region Four farmers were honoured for their role in food security, with discussions on climate change, market access, and getting younger people into agriculture. Blue Economy Leadership: St. Lucian-born Peter A. Murray is set to lead a major CRFM marine spatial planning project, supporting Caribbean blue economy priorities.

Illegal Dumping Crackdown: PM Philip J. Pierre says people are dumping waste “wherever there is open space,” and warns the law will be enforced as the government struggles with the clean-up burden. CARICOM Climate Focus: As Saint Lucia prepares to host CARICOM’s 51st Heads meeting (July 5–8), PM Pierre frames the agenda around climate resilience, disaster preparedness, and moving from “resilience to renewal.” Water Funding Push: Stakeholders validate a project proposal aimed at unlocking Green Climate Fund support to strengthen Saint Lucia’s water resilience. Youth Climate Policy: Saint Lucia’s inaugural Local Conference of Youth (LCOY) is set to shape the climate agenda with youth voices at national and international levels. Sports-Tourism Link: The SLTA’s multi-year partnership with Arsenal FC includes a local academy hub—boosting tourism exposure while building youth football pathways. Music Rights + Tax Compliance: IRD and ECCO sign an MOU to improve transparency, data sharing, and protection of music rights through better tax administration. Blue Economy Leadership: CRFM appoints St. Lucian-born Peter A. Murray as Regional Project Coordinator for a major marine spatial planning project. Farming Recognition: Region Four farmers are honoured for contributions to food security, with discussions on climate change, market access, and attracting younger farmers.

Sports Tourism & Youth Development: Saint Lucia’s Tourism Authority has signed a multi-year Official Destination Partner deal with Arsenal FC, starting 2026–27, featuring Brand Saint Lucia exposure at Emirates Stadium and a local youth football academy. Climate Finance Push: Stakeholders validated a project proposal aimed at unlocking Green Climate Fund support for long-overdue water and climate resilience interventions. CARICOM Leadership in Focus: Saint Lucia will host the 51st CARICOM Heads meeting (July 5–8) under “From Resilience to Renewal,” with a leaders’ retreat set for July 6. Blue Economy & Fisheries Planning: CRFM appointed St. Lucian Peter A. Murray as Regional Project Coordinator for a US$48m marine spatial planning project, while STAR-Fish ramps up clean energy for fisheries and aquaculture. Cleaner Production in the Region: Caribbean rum producers highlight renewable energy, water recovery and waste-to-energy steps in a new sustainability report. Local Environment Concerns: Residents and officials discussed Richmond quarry operations, with plans to examine alternatives and potential impacts on development.

Climate Finance Push: Saint Lucia is pitching climate adaptation projects to unlock Green Climate Fund support, with agencies and partners validating investment-ready proposals under the National Adaptation Plan. CARICOM Leadership in Focus: Saint Lucia will host the CARICOM Heads meeting July 5–8 in Gros Islet under “From Resilience to Renewal,” with a leaders’ retreat set for July 6. Blue Economy & Oceans: OECS is urging a shift toward sustainable stewardship as marine pollution, habitat loss and overfishing worsen under climate change, with UBEC projects targeting fisheries, coastal tourism and waste management. Fisheries Clean Energy: CRFM’s STAR-Fish programme is scaling clean energy solutions for fisheries and aquaculture across the region, including Saint Lucia, to cut emissions and improve cold-chain efficiency. Water & Storm Readiness: Government agencies are also taking steps for the 2026 hurricane season and to strengthen water-sector resilience amid growing climate pressure. Local Environment Watch: Residents are pressing for scrutiny of Richmond quarry operations, with concerns raised about environmental impacts—especially on fisheries—and calls for better assessment and consultation. Tourism Spotlight: Saint Lucia’s Tourism Authority signs a multi-year global partnership with Arsenal FC, aiming to boost arrivals and support an academy hub.

Tourism & Jobs: The Saint Lucia Tourism Authority has signed a multi-year global partnership with Arsenal FC, aiming to boost visitor arrivals in key markets like the UK and support a local Academy Hub for young players. CARICOM Governance: Saint Lucia will host the 51st CARICOM Heads of Government meeting in Gros Islet from July 5–8 under “From Resilience to Renewal in a Changing World,” with climate resilience, regional security, and food and nutrition security on the agenda. Climate Finance: Saint Lucia held a Climate Change Adaptation Investment Pitch and Matchmaking event to turn National Adaptation Plan priorities into “investment-ready” projects and connect them with international funding partners. Hurricane Readiness: With the 2026 hurricane season approaching, the government is stepping up public awareness, emergency response systems, and updated disaster plans, even as forecasts suggest a potentially less active season. Blue Economy & Oceans: OECS is pushing Blue Economy work tied to fisheries, marine tourism, and waste management, including virtual sessions for Blue Economy MSME matching grants. Water & Waste: WASCO is upgrading Castries’ sewerage network, installing new pumps to reduce overflow risk and improve wastewater reliability. Local Environment Watch: Residents and officials are weighing concerns around quarry operations in Richmond and the Roseau sand/aggregate project, with fisheries impacts raised as a key worry.

Climate Finance Push: Saint Lucia hosted a Climate Change Adaptation Investment Pitch and Matchmaking event to turn National Adaptation Plan priorities into “investment-ready” projects and connect them with international funding partners. Blue Economy Support: OECS invited Blue Economy MSMEs in Grenada, Saint Lucia and St Vincent to join virtual info sessions for Window 2 Blue Economy matching grants, aimed at boosting fisheries, marine tourism and waste management value chains. Marine Protection Focus: Ahead of World Oceans Day, OECS highlighted how marine pollution, habitat loss and overfishing—worsened by climate change—are threatening the region’s ocean-based livelihoods, and pointed to Blue Economy work in fisheries, coastal tourism and waste. Local Water Upgrade: WASCO is improving Castries’ sewerage network, installing new pumps and stepping up maintenance after a Jeremie Street disruption to reduce overflow risks and protect public health. Sand/Quarry Debate: North Leeward residents and officials weighed concerns over Richmond quarry operations and Roseau sand harvesting, with environmental consultant Reynold Murray saying the biggest risk is fisheries impacts and calling for better structured partnerships with fishers. Hurricane Readiness: Saint Lucia is strengthening 2026 hurricane season preparedness through public awareness, drills, updated disaster plans and health-system contingency work, even as forecasts suggest a potentially less active season. Regional Leadership: Saint Lucia officially launches CARICOM’s 51st Heads of Government meeting, hosting talks under the theme “From Resilience to Renewal in a Changing World.”

Climate Finance Push: Saint Lucia hosted a Climate Change Adaptation Investment Pitch and Matchmaking event to turn National Adaptation Plan priorities into “investment-ready” projects and connect agencies with international funding partners. Hurricane Readiness: The government says it’s stepping up public awareness, emergency response systems, and infrastructure resilience for the 2026 hurricane season, even as forecasts suggest a less active year. Water & Sewer Upgrades: WASCO is improving Castries’ sewerage reliability with maintenance after a Jeremie Street disruption and commissioning new pumps to reduce overflows and protect public health. Blue Economy Support: OECS is inviting Blue Economy MSMEs in fisheries, marine tourism, and waste management to join virtual info sessions for Window 2 matching grants. Sand & Fisheries Debate: A consultant linked to the Roseau sand and aggregate project says the biggest risk is damage to fisheries, while residents question whether biodiversity work and baseline surveys were fully done. Regional Ocean Focus: World Oceans Day coverage highlights OECS efforts to protect marine life through fisheries, coastal tourism, and waste management under the Blue Economy agenda.

Climate Finance Push: Saint Lucia is stepping up access to climate funding by hosting a Climate Change Adaptation Investment Pitch and Matchmaking event, aiming to turn National Adaptation Plan priorities into “investment-ready” projects for partners and investors. Hurricane Readiness: With the 2026 hurricane season approaching, authorities are boosting public awareness, emergency response systems, and health-sector contingency planning, even as forecasts suggest a possibly less active season. Water & Wastewater Upgrades: WASCO is intensifying sewerage maintenance in Castries and commissioning new pumps to reduce overflow risks and improve reliability under a long-term, climate-resilient water and wastewater plan. Roseau Quarry Scrutiny: North Leeward residents are pushing back on Richmond quarry operations, with officials and an environmental consultant debating impacts—especially on fisheries—and calling for better consultation and updated assessments. Blue Economy Funding Calls: OECS is inviting Blue Economy MSMEs and value chain groups to join virtual information sessions for Window 2 matching grants, targeting fisheries, marine tourism, and waste management. Clean Energy for Fisheries: CRFM is ramping up clean energy support for Caribbean fisheries and aquaculture, including renewable tech and low-carbon certification pathways, with Saint Lucia among beneficiary countries. Tourism Growth, Port Pressure: Global Ports Holding is moving toward a long-term concession to manage and modernise the St. Vincent cruise port, with phased investment and a stated focus on sustainable growth—an issue that will resonate regionally for St. Lucia’s own coastal and tourism planning.

Roseau River Sand Harvesting: North Leeward MP Kishore Shallow calls the proposed Roseau sand and aggregate project a “golden opportunity” to fix long-neglected roads, bridges and jobs, but residents are pushing back over environmental harm—especially to fisheries. ESIA Scrutiny: Environmental consultant Reynold Murray says the biggest risk is damage to fisheries and admits key gaps, including no full biodiversity inventory, while arguing the assessment should be treated as a living document. Quarry Concerns in Richmond: Shallow also says quarry operations in Richmond may be reviewed, with plans to examine alternatives that could stop quarrying amid community objections about environmental impacts. Climate Financing Push: Saint Lucia hosted a climate adaptation pitch-and-match event to turn National Adaptation Plan priorities into “investment-ready” projects and connect them with international funding partners. Hurricane Season Readiness: Health authorities are stepping up public awareness and emergency preparedness ahead of the 2026 hurricane season, even as forecasts suggest a potentially less active year. Clean Energy for Fisheries: CRFM’s STAR-Fish project is ramping up renewable energy support for fisheries and aquaculture, including cold storage and low-carbon certification efforts. Blue Economy Funding: OECS invites Blue Economy MSMEs to virtual info sessions for Window 2 matching grants, targeting fisheries, marine tourism and waste management. Water & Sewer Upgrades: WASCO is improving Castries sewerage reliability with new pumps and ongoing network maintenance to reduce overflow risks and protect public health. World Oceans Day (OECS): OECS highlights Blue Economy priorities—fisheries, marine tourism and waste management—as marine pollution, habitat loss and overfishing intensify under climate change. Tourism Media Partnership: CTO and TEMPO Networks expand collaboration to boost Caribbean tourism storytelling through digital, social and broadcast coverage.

Transport Reform Watch: PM Philip J. Pierre weighs Caribbean Development Bank-backed bus reforms, warning that “technocrat” plans may spark public pushback if political realities aren’t handled carefully. Cruise Growth & Ports: Global Ports Holding moves toward exclusive talks to modernize St. Vincent’s cruise port, signaling bigger ships and more shore excursions across the Southern Caribbean. Climate Finance Push: Saint Lucia hosted a climate adaptation pitch-and-match event to turn National Adaptation Plan priorities into “investment-ready” projects for tourism, infrastructure, and spatial planning. Hurricane Season Readiness: Health authorities step up public awareness and emergency planning for 2026, even as forecasts suggest a quieter season. Blue Economy Focus: OECS marks World Oceans Day by stressing ocean pollution, habitat loss, and overfishing—and points to fisheries, coastal tourism, and waste management work under the Blue Economy agenda. Local Environment Tensions: Richmond quarry operations in Roseau River Valley face renewed scrutiny, with officials saying alternatives may be explored amid community concerns about environmental impacts. Water & Sewer Upgrades: WASCO intensifies Castries sewer maintenance and commissions new pumps to reduce overflows and improve reliability. Wildlife & Poaching Awareness: Saint Lucian sand artist Innocent Zungu creates a rhinoceros sculpture to spotlight rhino poaching and conservation urgency.