AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoCaribbean Climate & Disaster Readiness Talks: Anguilla’s Premier Cora Richardson-Hodge is in Bermuda for the Overseas Territories Caribbean Caucus (Sept 8–12), joining leaders from across the UK Overseas Territories to align positions ahead of the UK Joint Ministerial Council in November, with discussions including impacts of climate change and disaster preparedness. Regional Governance Coordination: Bermuda Premier E. David Burt is hosting the meeting in Hamilton as UKOTA Political Council President, aiming for a “common voice” on shared economic and environmental pressures. Digital Parliament, AI, and Public Trust: In St. Maarten, Parliament Chair Sarah Wescot-Williams says a new Digital Transformation and AI Workgroup is guiding moves toward a more open, paperless Parliament, while stressing cybersecurity and stronger public involvement. Plastic-Bag Ban and Timeshare Delays: Wescot-Williams also warned that adopted laws have “stranded” at government, citing the plastic-bag ban and timeshare ordinances as examples. Clean Water Tourism Spotlight: A feature highlights 10 Caribbean beaches with exceptionally clear water, pointing to reef protection and low sediment runoff as key reasons.
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