AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoGEBE & Cost of Living Clash: Former VROMI minister Egbert J. Doran tore into the government during the 2026 budget debate, saying St. Maarten’s real problem is not lack of money but a failure to execute—while households still face high GEBE bills, dirty surroundings, and deteriorating roads. Education & Skills for a Greener Future: CXC released 2026 May-June results in Anguilla, with CAPE acceptable grades up to 93.52% and CSEC at 72.18%; CXC also officially launched the Caribbean Targeted Education Certificate (CTEC), a modular path aimed at reducing “wasted learning,” with math singled out after uneven performance. Math Still a Pressure Point: CSEC Mathematics pass rates rose to 42%, but the gap between territories remains wide, keeping calls for targeted support front and centre. Weather Watch: A tropical wave crossing the Lesser Antilles has triggered flash flood watches and alerts, with heavy rain and gusty winds expected into the weekend. Regional Child Policy: OECS unveiled its Regional Child Policy and Strategic Plan 2026-2032 with UNICEF support, pushing a whole-of-the-child approach to keep children safe and empowered.
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