AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoClimate Finance: Barbados joined Ghana, Guyana and three other countries in backing a proposed US$500 million fund to provide rapid support to climate-vulnerable economies facing shocks. Bridgetown Renewal: The city’s regeneration initiative will combine major investments with smaller community projects, with Finance Minister Ryan Straughn urging residents to take part. Food Security: More Barbadians are seeking advice on home food production, including hydroponics and greenhouse growing, while the Agriculture Minister highlighted women’s role in shaping the sector. Diplomacy: Sandra Gittens has become Barbados’ new ambassador to Cuba, with plans to build ties in education, health, sport, culture and the environment. Regional Tribute: Prime Minister Mia Mottley joined the farewell to Mighty Sparrow in Trinidad, where the Queen’s Park Savannah grandstand will be renamed for the calypso icon. Cricket: The Barbados Cricket Association praised Shai Hope after his record-setting third T20I century helped West Indies level their series in India.
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