AGP Executive Report

Waste & Clean Communities: The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority is stepping up enforcement at public bin sites, warning that illegal dumping and misuse drive overflowing disposal areas, damage infrastructure, raise cleanup costs, and worsen pest and environmental impacts; fines can reach $1,000. Regional Fisheries & Blue Economy: CARICOM’s CRFM ministerial council met by teleconference, focusing on aquaculture growth, food security, and building resilience to climate and disaster risks (including insurance), while reporting progress against IUU fishing; Antigua and Barbuda’s Randy Baltimore was elected chair, taking over from Anguilla’s Kyle Hodge. Tourism & Environment Month Momentum: Anguilla is represented at Caribbean Week in New York 2026, where ministers discuss connectivity and resilience as tourism shifts toward more authentic and regenerative experiences; separately, St Kitts and Nevis announced Environment Month 2026 (launch June 5) with clean-ups, youth activities, and a Green Expo under a climate-action theme. Sustainable Travel Connections: BermudAir announced expanded Caribbean routes, including resumed/expanded service to Anguilla, adding more nonstop options for the winter season.

Tourism & Environment Link: Anguilla’s Tourist Board delegation is in New York for Caribbean Week 2026, joining regional ministers and industry leaders under “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences,” as the Caribbean pushes more “regenerative” travel and stronger connectivity. Waste & Public Health: The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority is stepping up enforcement at public bin sites, warning that illegal dumping and misuse drive overflowing disposal areas, pest activity, environmental degradation and higher cleanup costs, with fines up to $1,000. Blue Economy & Climate Resilience: The CRFM Ministerial Council met by teleconference to focus on aquaculture growth, food security, and building resilience to climate and disaster risks, including insurance, while reporting gains against illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing. Regional Fisheries Leadership: Ministers also elected Antigua and Barbuda’s Randy Baltimore as Chair, taking over from Anguilla’s Kyle Hodge, with renewed emphasis on sustainable marine resource use and fisherfolk livelihoods. Sustainable Tourism Programming: St Kitts and Nevis launched plans for Environment Month 2026 (June 5 launch), featuring clean-ups, youth activities and a Green Expo aimed at boosting public climate action and stewardship.

Waste & Public Health: The V.I. Waste Management Authority is stepping up enforcement at public bin sites, warning that illegal dumping and misuse drive overflowing disposal areas, damage infrastructure, raise cleanup costs, boost pests, and harm the environment; fines can reach $1,000, and residents are urged to use designated bins correctly, break down cardboard, secure trash bags, follow signage, report overflowing bins, and never dump hazardous materials. Regional Fisheries & Climate Resilience: CRFM ministers met by teleconference and backed priorities including aquaculture growth, food security, stronger protection against climate and disaster risks through insurance, and continued action against illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing; Anguilla’s Kyle Hodge handed over the ministerial council chair to Antigua’s Randy Baltimore. Tourism Governance & Environment Month: Anguilla’s Tourist Board named Sean Richard as new Chairman effective June 1, as the government pushes stronger tourism oversight; meanwhile St Kitts and Nevis announced Environment Month 2026 (launch June 5, World Earth Day) with clean-ups, youth and school activities, and a Green Expo under a climate action theme. Marine & Tourism Spotlight: Anguilla’s Shoal Bay East was ranked No. 1 in North America and No. 6 worldwide in a best-beaches list, putting a spotlight on the island’s calm, clear waters and protected-feel beach experience.

Sustainable Fisheries & Blue Economy: CRFM ministers met by teleconference and backed priorities including aquaculture growth, food security, and building resilience to climate and disaster risks, while continuing progress against illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing. Local Governance: Anguilla’s Minister of Health, Tourism and Sports confirmed a leadership transition at the Anguilla Tourist Board, with Sean Richard taking over as Chairman from June 1. Environment Month Momentum: St Kitts and Nevis announced Environment Month 2026 (launching June 5 on World Earth Day) with clean-ups, youth and school activities, a Forest Dash, radio visits, and a Green Expo—an effort aimed at boosting public climate action and stewardship. Tourism With a Greener Lens: Caribbean Week in New York 2026 opened June 1 under “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences,” with Anguilla among the participating destinations as leaders push connectivity and more regenerative tourism. Marine & Coastal Spotlight: Anguilla’s Shoal Bay East was ranked No. 1 in North America and No. 6 worldwide in The World’s Best Beaches list, highlighting calm waters and the island’s “Caribbean paradise” appeal. Air Access for Visitors: BermudAir announced expanded winter routes including service to Anguilla, alongside new links to Turks and Caicos, Belize and Guatemala City.

Caribbean Week in New York 2026: Tourism ministers and officials from across the region, including Anguilla, are meeting at the InterContinental New York Times Square (June 1–5) under “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences,” aiming to strengthen economic resilience and push a shift toward authentic, cultural and regenerative travel. Anguilla Tourism Governance: The Anguilla Tourist Board named Sean Richard as its new Chairman effective June 1, replacing Cecile Amelia Vanterpool-Kubisch, as the government says it’s tightening leadership and oversight for the island’s luxury tourism push. Environment Month Momentum (regional, with Anguilla relevance): St Kitts and Nevis launched plans for Environment Month 2026 (June 5 World Earth Day launch), featuring clean-ups, school and youth activities, a Forest Dash, radio visits and a Green Expo—framed around climate action and empowerment. Marine & beach conservation signals: Saadiyat Beach in Abu Dhabi ranked among the world’s top 50, with hawksbill turtle nesting and a nearby marine national park cited as key environmental strengths. Sustainable seafood angle: Japan says it has moved toward reducing pressure on wild eel stocks with commercial sales of fully farmed eels, a potential model for more stable, less extractive supply chains.

Tourism With a Light Footprint: A new travel show, Beyond the Resort, spotlights St. Lucia’s Fond Gens Libres and the idea that village-led access to UNESCO sites can help protect culture and livelihoods as mass tourism strains communities. Air Access for Anguilla: BermudAir announced expanded Caribbean routes, including seasonal and expanded service to Anguilla from Newark and Baltimore, plus a new nonstop from St. Petersburg/Tampa—boosting connectivity for the upcoming season. Anguilla’s Tourism Leadership: The Anguilla Tourist Board named Sean Richard as Chairman effective June 1, replacing Cecile Amelia Vanterpool-Kubisch, as the government pushes stronger governance and oversight in the sector. Environment Month Push: St. Kitts and Nevis launched plans for Environment Month 2026 (June), with clean-ups, school and youth activities, a Forest Dash, and a Green Expo under the theme “Climate Action: For Environment, For Empowerment, For Everyone.” Marine Conservation Spotlight: Saadiyat Beach in Abu Dhabi ranked among the world’s top beaches, with judges citing hawksbill turtle nesting and the Saadiyat Marine National Park—another reminder of how conservation can drive destination value. Anguilla in the Spotlight: Shoal Bay East was ranked No. 1 in North America and No. 6 worldwide in a major beaches list, reinforcing Anguilla’s brand as a calm, wildlife-rich, low-crowd paradise.

Environment Month Push: St Kitts and Nevis’ Ministry of Environment, Climate Action and Constituency Empowerment kicked off Environment Month 2026 with a June calendar aimed at climate action, public stewardship, clean-ups, youth events, and a Green Expo launch on World Earth Day. Tourism Leadership & Governance: Anguilla’s Tourist Board named Sean Richard as new Chairman effective June 1, as the government frames the move as part of stronger oversight for the island’s tourism sector. Caribbean Tourism in New York: Caribbean Week in New York 2026 opened June 1 with ministers and commissioners from across the region, including Anguilla, using the “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences” theme to strengthen resilience and connectivity. Marine Conservation Spotlight: Anguilla’s Shoal Bay East was ranked No. 1 in North America and No. 6 worldwide by The World’s Best Beaches, reinforcing the value of protecting calm, clear waters and wildlife-rich shorelines. Sustainable Food News: Japan announced commercial sales of fully farmed eels, a move aimed at reducing pressure on wild eel stocks.

Anguilla Tourism Leadership: The Anguilla Tourist Board named Sean Richard as its new Chairman effective June 1, replacing Cecile Amelia Vanterpool-Kubisch, as the government pushes tighter governance and strategic oversight. Environment Month (Region): St Kitts and Nevis’ Ministry of Environment, Climate Action and Constituency Empowerment launched plans for Environment Month 2026, themed “Climate Action: For Environment, For Empowerment, For Everyone,” with a June 5 World Earth Day launch and events including clean-ups, youth activities, and a Green Expo. Caribbean Tourism in New York: Caribbean Week in New York 2026 opened June 1 with ministers and commissioners from across the region, including Anguilla, focusing on resilience, connectivity, and a unified Caribbean tourism voice. Marine & Beach Conservation Spotlight: Anguilla’s Shoal Bay East was ranked No. 1 in North America and No. 6 worldwide in The World’s Best Beaches, while Saadiyat Beach in Abu Dhabi placed 19th globally, with judges citing conservation work for hawksbill turtles and marine protection.

Caribbean Tourism in Focus: Caribbean Week in New York 2026 opened June 1 with a record turnout of tourism ministers and commissioners, including Anguilla, as leaders push for stronger connectivity, resilience, and a unified Caribbean voice amid shifting travel markets and geopolitical uncertainty. Anguilla Governance Update: The Anguilla Tourist Board named Sean Richard as new Chairman effective June 1, replacing Cecile Amelia Vanterpool-Kubisch, as the government frames the move as part of improving tourism oversight and strategic leadership. Environment Month (Regional, with local relevance): St Kitts and Nevis launched plans for Environment Month 2026, themed “Climate Action: For Environment, For Empowerment, For Everyone,” featuring clean-ups, youth and school activities, a Forest Dash, radio visits, and a Green Expo. Beach Conservation Spotlight: Anguilla’s Shoal Bay East was ranked No. 1 in North America and No. 6 worldwide in The World’s Best Beaches list, while Saadiyat Beach (Abu Dhabi) also made the global top 50, with judges citing conservation work for hawksbill turtles and marine protection. Tourism & Nature Pressure Signals: A separate travel report flags summer 2026 search spikes for Caribbean destinations, underscoring how fast demand is building heading into peak season.

Anguilla Tourism Governance: The Anguilla Tourist Board named Sean Richard as its new Chairman effective June 1, replacing Cecile Amelia Vanterpool-Kubisch, as the government pushes stronger oversight in the tourism sector. Environment Month (Regional): St Kitts and Nevis’ Ministry of Environment launched plans for Environment Month 2026 (June 5 launch for World Earth Day), with clean-ups, youth and school activities, a Forest Dash, radio visits, and a Green Expo aimed at boosting climate action and public participation. Caribbean Tourism Push (Regional): Caribbean Week in New York 2026 opens June 1 with a strong turnout of tourism ministers and commissioners, including Anguilla, focused on resilience and market strategy amid shifting global conditions. Beach Conservation Spotlight (Global): Saadiyat Beach in Abu Dhabi ranked 19th on The World’s 50 Best Beaches list for 2026, with judges citing conservation work including hawksbill turtle nesting and the nearby Saadiyat Marine National Park. Anguilla in Global Beach Rankings: Anguilla’s Shoal Bay East was named No. 1 in North America and No. 6 worldwide in The World’s Best Beaches 2026 rankings, praised for calm, clear waters and powdery white sand.

Tourism & Environment Spotlight: Anguilla’s Shoal Bay East is being celebrated across the region after ranking No. 1 in North America and No. 6 worldwide in The World’s Best Beaches list, with judges pointing to its calm, crystal-clear waters and powdery white sand. Regional Conservation Signals: Saadiyat Beach in Abu Dhabi also made the global top 50 (No. 19), with organisers citing conservation work including protection of endangered hawksbill turtles and marine life inside the Saadiyat Marine National Park. Local Governance for Greener Tourism: Anguilla’s Tourist Board has named Sean Richard as new Chairman effective June 1, as the government frames the move as part of strengthening tourism leadership and oversight. Environment Month (Regional): St Kitts and Nevis announced June Environment Month 2026 under a climate-action theme, with a June 5 World Earth Day launch and activities including clean-ups and a Green Expo. Caribbean Week in New York: Tourism ministers and commissioners from across the Caribbean are set to gather in Manhattan for Caribbean Week in New York 2026, aiming to support regional resilience and market strategy.

Coastal Conservation & Tourism Spotlight: Shoal Bay East in Anguilla has been named No. 1 in North America and No. 6 worldwide in The World’s Best Beaches 2026, praised for powdery white sand, calm crystal-clear water, and “idyllic” conditions—another global boost for the island’s natural assets. Local Governance (Tourism): Anguilla Tourist Board has a new chairman: Sean Richard takes over effective June 1, replacing Cecile Amelia Vanterpool-Kubisch, as the government frames the change as part of strengthening tourism leadership and oversight. Environment Month (Regional, with Anguilla ties): St Kitts and Nevis announced its June 2026 Environment Month under “Climate Action: For Environment, For Empowerment, For Everyone,” featuring clean-ups, youth and school activities, a Forest Dash, and a Green Expo. Summer Culture (Anguilla): Four Seasons Resort and Residences Anguilla is rolling out a summer calendar of events, including a Local Market Experience tied to Anguilla Day. Youth Sport (Regional): The Sister Islands Basketball Tournament (U18) kicked off in Marigot, bringing together teams from across the region, including Anguilla, to support youth development through sport.

Environment Month push (regional): Anguilla’s Environment Month coverage is tied to a wider Eastern Caribbean push, with St Kitts and Nevis launching Environment Month 2026 under “Climate Action: For Environment, For Empowerment, For Everyone,” set to kick off June 5 (World Earth Day) in Independence Square and run through a calendar of clean-ups, youth and school engagements, radio visits, a Forest Dash, and a Green Expo. Tourism leadership (Anguilla): The Anguilla Tourist Board named Sean Richard as Chairman effective June 1, replacing Cecile Amelia Vanterpool-Kubisch, as the government frames the change as part of strengthening governance and strategic oversight for the island’s luxury tourism push. Summer culture (Anguilla): Four Seasons Resort and Residences Anguilla is rolling out summer programming starting May 31, spotlighting local markets, festivals, and community experiences that celebrate Anguilla Day and heritage. Wildlife & rivers (global, climate-linked): A new conservation effort highlights how migratory freshwater fish—especially Amazon catfish—are threatened by dams and habitat disruption, underscoring the need to protect connected river routes.

Tourism Governance: Anguilla’s Tourist Board has named Sean Richard as Chairman effective June 1, replacing Cecile Amelia Vanterpool-Kubisch (staying on as a director). Lockhart Hughes also joins the board as part of a leadership transition aimed at stronger oversight as Anguilla pushes its luxury tourism position. Youth Sailing: Greyson Burrell, 12, became the first sailor from St Kitts and Nevis to compete at the Optimist North American Championship in Halifax, finishing 20th in the Bronze Fleet after qualifying through a competitive series. Regional Travel Demand: Summer 2026 search spikes show Sint Maarten, Aruba and San Juan surging ahead of the wider Caribbean, with travelers booking earlier and longer stays—useful context for Anguilla’s tourism planning. Health Access (Regional): PAHO/WHO and OECS-PPS will hold a workshop in Saint Lucia to improve access to safe, quality-assured medicines and health technologies across OECS member states. Wildlife & Rivers: Countries are moving to protect the Amazon’s migratory catfish, focusing on keeping river connections intact as dams and other pressures threaten freshwater migrations.

Tourism Governance: Anguilla’s Tourist Board has named Sean Richard as its new Chairman effective June 1, replacing Cecile Amelia Vanterpool-Kubisch (who stays on as a director). The board also welcomed Lockhart Hughes, with Minister of Health, Tourism and Sports Cardigan Connor saying the move strengthens leadership and strategic oversight as Anguilla pushes its luxury destination position. Regional Travel Pressure: Summer 2026 travel demand is surging across the Caribbean, with Sint Maarten, Aruba and San Juan seeing the biggest search spikes—an early sign of heavier visitor loads and rising competition for accommodations. Health & Supply Chains: PAHO/WHO and OECS-PPS will hold a regional workshop in Saint Lucia to improve access to safe, effective medicines and health technologies, focusing on procurement, supply systems and pooled purchasing. Wildlife & Rivers: A new conservation push targets threatened migratory freshwater catfish in the Amazon, warning that dams and disrupted river connections are putting long-distance species at risk.

Tourism & Environment: Summer 2026 travel demand is surging across the Caribbean, with Sint Maarten, Aruba and San Juan showing the biggest search spikes—good news for regional visitors, but a reminder that Anguilla’s own beach and water quality will be under extra spotlight as crowds lock in earlier. Regional Health & Resilience: PAHO/WHO and OECS-PPS are convening a two-day workshop in Saint Lucia to improve access to safe, effective medicines and health technologies across Eastern Caribbean states, including stronger procurement, supply chains and quality assurance. Tourism Strategy: Nevis Premier Mark Brantley is urging a shift in tourism thinking amid shifting geopolitics and higher fuel costs, pushing more events and a stronger regional market to smooth seasonal dips. Wildlife Conservation: A new conservation push targets migratory freshwater catfish in the Amazon, focusing on keeping river routes connected as dams and overfishing threaten long-distance migrations. Youth Sports (Community): The Sister Islands Basketball Tournament in Saint Martin brought together U18 teams from across the region, using sport to build youth development and regional cooperation.