AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoMarine Protection: Montserrat has joined the UK’s Blue Belt Programme, announced on World Oceans Day, committing to protect at least 20% of its maritime zone and to build Marine Protected Areas, strengthen fisheries management, and modernise marine laws—joining Anguilla, Turks and Caicos, and the Cayman Islands as Caribbean UK Overseas Territories in the initiative. Regional Fisheries & Climate Resilience: The CRFM Ministerial Council met by teleconference, focusing on aquaculture and food security, strengthening resilience to climate and disaster risks (including insurance), and further progress against illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing. Environment Month Push (St. Kitts & Nevis): St. Kitts and Nevis launched its 2026 Environment Month under a climate-action theme, linking public stewardship with the Sustainable Island State Agenda and support from the St. Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla National Bank. Waste Enforcement: The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority is stepping up enforcement at public bin sites, warning that illegal dumping and misuse drive overflowing disposal areas, higher cleanup costs, pests, and environmental harm, with fines up to $1,000. Anguilla in the Spotlight: An Anguilla Tourist Board delegation is in New York for Caribbean Week 2026, highlighting the island at a major regional tourism forum.
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