AGP Executive Report

Grenada Xenophobia Debate: A Caribbean investor’s expansion is drawing backlash, with some regional competitors reportedly calling him a “foreigner,” reigniting old intra-regional “foreigner” labels and the wider xenophobia conversation. Local Jobs & Investment Migration: Grenada’s Investment Migration Agency is recruiting an Accounts Manager, highlighting the programme’s reported US$1.6 billion contribution to government revenues over 12 years. Trade & Diplomacy: Grenada is hosting a high-level Canada–India Trade and Investment Mission (10–14 June) to push deals in education, science/tech, pharmacology, tourism, manufacturing and services. Transport Updates: The RGPF says Mt Gay/La Mode Public Road will be one-way toward Beaulieu on 13–14 June (10am–2am) for Nawasa pipe-laying and reinstatement, with Mt Kumar Public Road as an alternative. Public Finance Oversight: The Government advances an Advance Passenger Information and Passenger Name Record Bill, 2026, to strengthen passenger data protection and security. Education Pay Tensions: The Ministry of Education responds to Grenada Union of Teachers concerns over delayed salaries, saying teachers remain on payroll and clarifying missed/partial pay cycles. Tourism Growth: IHG announces InterContinental Grenada-La Sagesse will open in November 2026 with 120 rooms, multiple dining options, spa facilities and large event space. Sports Spotlight: Grenada native Jamora Alves earns NCAA All-America Second Team honours in discus at the NCAA Outdoor Championships.

Tourism & Investment: Grenada’s region-wide push for bigger visitor numbers gets a boost as St. Vincent and the Grenadines moves toward a cruise-port management deal, with Global Ports Holding set for exclusive talks on modernising berths and upgrading the Kingstown cruise port. Trade & Diplomacy: Grenada is hosting a high-level Canada–India Trade and Investment Mission (10–14 June) to line up new partnerships in education, science/tech, pharmacology, tourism, manufacturing and services. Local Transport: The Royal Grenada Police Force warns motorists that La Mode and Mt Gay Public Road will be one-way toward Beaulieu on 13–14 June (10am–2am) for Nawasa pipe-laying and road reinstatement, with Mt Kumar Public Road suggested as an alternative. Public Policy: Government advances an Advance Passenger Information/Passenger Name Record Bill, 2026, to strengthen how passenger data is collected, shared and protected for air and sea travel. Education & Pay: The Ministry of Education responds to Grenada Union of Teachers concerns over teacher salary delays, saying all teachers remain on the payroll and are receiving salaries. Sports: Anderson Peters of Grenada is among the headline names for the Doha Diamond League while Neeraj Chopra is set to miss the meet due to back injury rehab. Church Update: Pope Leo XIV has accepted Bishop Clyde Harvey’s resignation; Archbishop Gabriel Malzaire of St. Lucia will serve as Apostolic Administrator during the transition.

Immigration & Security Law: Grenada has advanced the Advance Passenger Information and Passenger Name Record Bill, 2026, setting up a legal framework for collecting, sharing, storing and protecting passenger data for air and sea travel, aligned with CARICOM’s APIS. Education Pay: The Ministry of Education says teachers are still on the payroll and receiving salaries, responding to the Grenada Union of Teachers’ claims of long-running salary delays affecting 17 educators. Public Health Advisory: Grenada’s Ministry of Health has issued an Ebola travel advisory after WHO declared the Bundibugyo Virus Disease outbreak a Public Health Emergency, urging residents to avoid nonessential travel to confirmed-hit countries and to take extreme caution in other high-risk areas. Animal Health & Justice: The Chief Veterinary Officer defended the euthanising and incineration of two illegally imported horses from St. Lucia, saying it was a biosecurity breach response, with legal action and a referral to law enforcement underway. Transport Costs: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell says the Cabinet won’t raise passenger bus fares broadly, pointing to route-by-route review and existing fuel tax rebates and concessions. Regional Education Campaign: OECS PEARL is launching a “Legacy” communications push as the project phase ends, shifting from delivery to community-led education regeneration. Tourism Development: IHG announced InterContinental Grenada-La Sagesse will open in November 2026, bringing 120 rooms and major event space to La Sagesse Bay.

Immigration & Security Law: Grenada’s Government advanced the Advance Passenger Information and Passenger Name Record Bill, 2026, setting up a legal framework for collecting and protecting passenger data as part of a wider CARICOM system. Education & Pay: The Ministry of Education says it is actively resolving teacher salary delays after the Grenada Union of Teachers raised concerns, noting teachers remain on the payroll and some missed or partial payments were tied to specific pay cycles. Public Health: Grenada issued an Ebola travel advisory following WHO’s declaration, urging citizens to avoid nonessential travel to confirmed-risk countries and warning of enhanced screening and possible quarantine for arrivals. Transport Costs: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell said Cabinet will not support blanket passenger bus fare increases, pointing to long-standing freezes and fuel tax rebates/concessions as balancing measures. Local Governance & Infrastructure: Minister Tevin Andrews reported progress on Carriacou and Petite Martinique projects, including airport expansion/night landing works and jetty redevelopment. Tourism & Jobs: IHG announced the InterContinental Grenada-La Sagesse opening in November 2026, bringing 120 rooms and major event space. Sports Spotlight: Grenadian discus thrower Jamora Alves heads to the NCAA Championships in Eugene on June 12, while Anderson Peters of Grenada is listed among stars for the Doha javelin field.

Tourism & Investment: IHG Hotels & Resorts says InterContinental Grenada-La Sagesse will open in November 2026 on Grenada’s southeast coast, bringing 120 rooms, multiple dining options, a spa, Kids Club and large event space. Public Health & Safety: CARPHA trained 18 people from 15 member states to safely transport infectious substances, boosting regional lab and outbreak readiness. Blue Economy Funding: OECS invites eligible Blue Economy MSMEs/Value Chain Groups to join two virtual info sessions for Window 2 matching grants (Grenada, St Lucia, St Vincent), with applications for grants of US$100,000–US$150,000. Digital Awareness for Kids: Grenada’s cybersecurity team warned primary students that their digital footprint is permanent and urged smart screen-time habits. Animal Health Enforcement: Grenada’s government says it’s pursuing legal action after two disease-positive horses were imported from St Lucia without required permits, and says new standard procedures will be shared with ports of entry. Regional Visa Shock: The newly elected CHTA president’s US visa denial is sparking debate across the tourism sector about how tighter US rules may affect Caribbean operators.

Animal Health & Enforcement: Grenada says it has launched legal action after two disease-positive horses were imported from St Lucia without the required permits, with the Ministry of Agriculture moving to tighten procedures at all ports of entry and rolling out public education on animal import rules. Environmental Review: A Roseau sand harvesting ESIA consultant told North Leeward residents the biggest risk is damage to fisheries, while admitting gaps such as no full biodiversity plant inventory and calling for a living, updated assessment. Blue Economy & Fisheries: On World Oceans Day, the OECS highlighted Blue Economy priorities—fisheries and aquaculture, marine tourism, and waste management—under the UBEC programme. Digital Safety for Kids: Grenada’s cybersecurity team coordinator warned primary students that digital footprints are permanent and urged healthier screen-time habits. Tourism & Shipping: MSC Opera is set to return to the Caribbean with year-round operations starting later in 2026, including calls that will feature Grenada. Regional Funding: OECS is inviting eligible Blue Economy MSMEs in Grenada, St Lucia and St Vincent to virtual sessions for matching grants for value chain groups. Sports Spotlight: Anderson Peters of Grenada remains near the top of the men’s javelin world rankings as Rumesh Tharanga climbs to No. 3 after a 92.62m throw in Rome.

Grenada–Nigerian ties: Grenada has approved visa-free entry for Nigerian travellers and is positioning the move as a boost for trade, tourism and investment, with debate sparked online over the policy. Diaspora momentum: Grenada Diaspora Homecoming 2026 runs June 21 to July 5 across Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique, with cultural events, heritage tours, community projects and business networking, plus added flight options from major markets. Blue economy education: Students took part in “Explore the Blue – Marine Pathways” at Camper & Nicholsons Port Louis Marina on May 29, including glass-bottom boat tours aimed at building interest in marine careers. Environment & health focus: Grenada marked World Environment Day with river health activities led by GWP-C and partners, while separate commentary highlights Grenada’s “double burden” of disease and the urgent need for stronger mental health support, including a national suicide prevention hotline. Sports & culture: Grenadian creatives are set for the Annecy International Animation Film Festival via GOCA’s accelerator, and local javelin star Anderson Peters remains in the spotlight as world rankings shift.

Visa Waiver for Nigerians: Grenada has moved to grant visa-free entry to Nigerians, a policy framed as a boost for trade, tourism, education and investment—while also drawing debate online. Diaspora Push: Grenada Diaspora Homecoming 2026 runs June 21 to July 5 across Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique, with cultural events, business forums and added flights from major markets. Education Pay Dispute: The Grenada Union of Teachers says some teachers have waited up to eight months for delayed payments and accuses the Ministry of Education of downplaying the scope, after a ministry response citing partial cases. Church Update: Pope Leo XIV has accepted Bishop Clyde Martin Harvey’s resignation; Archbishop Gabriel Malzaire of St Lucia is named Apostolic Administrator until a new bishop is appointed. Conservation Alert: SPECTO has closed turtle watching tours early for the 2026 leatherback nesting season due to a sharp drop in nesting activity. Creative Spotlight: GOCA says Grenada creatives will represent the country at the Annecy International Animation Festival and MIFA Market.

Grenada Diaspora Homecoming 2026: Organisers say the two-week return runs June 21 to July 5 across Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique, with cultural festivals, heritage tours, family days, community projects and business networking—plus extra flights from the US, Canada, the UK and the wider Caribbean. Creative Industry Push: Grenada Office of Creative Affairs (GOCA) is sending creatives Jassim Thomas, Robert Finlay and Alleyne Gulston to the Annecy International Animation Film Festival and MIFA Market in France, after the Animation Accelerator programme. Debt Relief Rules: Fitch has revised sovereign rating criteria around pausing bond repayments, a move that could affect how countries seek temporary liquidity relief during debt stress. Sports in the Region: SLNCA announced a trial squad for Saint Lucia’s Windward Islands Super 50 campaign in Grenada (July 25–Aug 5), while Dominica unveiled a 21-man training pool for FIBA AmeriCup 2029 Caribbean Pre-Qualifiers in Guyana (July 8–12). Environment & Tourism: SPECTO says it’s closing turtle watching tours early for 2026 after fewer female leatherbacks nested on Levera Beach; the Ministry of Blue Economy and Marine Affairs also condemned the illegal slaughter of a leatherback near Solamente Guesthouse on May 13. Church Update: Pope Leo XIV has accepted Bishop Clyde Harvey’s resignation as Bishop of St. George’s, with Archbishops Gabriel Malzaire appointed apostolic administrator during the transition.

Diaspora & Tourism: Grenada Diaspora Homecoming 2026 runs June 21 to July 5 across Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique, with cultural festivals, heritage tours, family days, community projects and business networking aimed at boosting diaspora ties and economic activity; organisers say added flights are already being added from the US, Canada, the UK and across the Caribbean, including Air Canada service from Toronto and daily American Airlines flights from Miami. Environment & Marine Protection: St. Patrick’s SPECTO has closed turtle watching tours for the rest of the 2026 leatherback nesting season after fewer female leatherbacks were seen nesting on Levera Beach; the Ministry of Blue Economy and Marine Affairs also condemned the illegal slaughter of a leatherback turtle on May 13 near Solamente Guesthouse in Lance Aux Épines and reminded the public of the closed fishery rules. Church Leadership: Pope Leo XIV has accepted Bishop Clyde Harvey’s resignation as Bishop of St. George’s, with Archbishop Gabriel Malzaire appointed Apostolic Administrator until a successor is named. Local Governance & Jobs: Grenada’s High Court ordered the Government to pay former Head of Rural Development Byron L.J. Campbell damages after finding his contract termination wrongful. Regional Development: Grenada took part in the GEF’s Eighth Assembly in Samarkand, pushing SIDS priorities for faster, simpler access to climate finance and stronger local capacity.

Leatherback Turtle Protection: Grenada’s Ministry of Blue Economy and Marine Affairs (BEMA) condemned the illegal slaughter of a leatherback sea turtle on May 13 near Solamente Guesthouse in Lance Aux Épines, St George, warning the public that the species remains a closed fishery with strict seasonal bans. Tourism Conservation Update: SPECTO says it has closed turtle watching tours for the rest of the 2026 leatherback nesting season after fewer female turtles were observed on Levera Beach, noting similar declines reported in Trinidad. Environment & Community Accountability: A Grenada community group, the Woodford Environmental Alliance for Community Transformation, has warned it may seek legal action over the Rayneau Development in Woodford, alleging planning safeguards were not followed and raising environmental and public health concerns. Health Security for Visitors: Grenada launched its Tourism and Health Program (THP) with CARPHA support, training hotel and vessel surveillance teams and pushing wider registration under the Tourism and Health Information System. Regional Finance Readiness: Grenada is advancing a GCF-backed private sector readiness project to help local stakeholders access climate finance, including training for climate finance public-private partnership strategists. Sports & Representation: Grenada named its 10-player chess Olympiad team for Samarkand, coached by South Africa’s Dr Denise Bouah and supported by Dr Lyndon Bouah. Public Safety Notice: The Royal Grenada Police Force (RGPF) warned against unlawful masquerading activities that have included intimidation, property defacement, traffic obstruction and excessive noise.

High Court Ruling: Grenada’s Government has been ordered to pay former Head of Rural Development Byron L.J. Campbell EC$47,236 plus 6% interest after the court found his contract termination was wrongful, in a case that raised concerns about how public contracts are handled. Community Pushback: A Woodford, St John, community group is threatening legal action over the Rayneau Development, alleging environmental harm, public health risks, and failure to follow planning safeguards, including claims that works began before required assessments were completed. Tourism Meets Health: Grenada launched its Tourism and Health Program (THP) with CARPHA support, training staff and pushing visitor-based surveillance at hotels and vessels to strengthen health security in the tourism sector. Regional Governance Watch: Transparency International’s latest Corruption Perceptions Index again flags Haiti at the bottom of the Caribbean table, while several islands—including Barbados and St Vincent and the Grenadines—remain stronger performers. Sports & Youth: Cricket West Indies and Republic Bank’s “Five for Fun” programme rolled out in Barbados after successful runs in Grenada and other islands, targeting primary schools with cricket skills and teamwork. Local Notices: The Magistracy Department says cashing services will be temporarily unavailable on Monday, 8 June, for cashier training.

High Court Ruling: Grenada’s High Court ordered the Government to pay former Head of Rural Development Byron L.J. Campbell EC$47,236 plus interest after finding his contract termination was wrongful, in a case that also raised concerns about how public contracts are handled. Woodford Development Fight: A Grenada community group has warned it may seek legal action over the Rayneau Development in Woodford, alleging environmental harm, health risks, and planning safeguards not being followed, including claims that work began before required compliance steps. Tourism + Health Push: Grenada officially launched its Tourism and Health Program with CARPHA to strengthen visitor-based surveillance and infectious disease prevention, including training and new registrations at tourism properties. Mental Health Support: The Government says a National Suicide Prevention Hotline is expected to be operational by end of June, as officials report 5 suicides so far in 2026. Tourism Agenda: Minister Adrian Thomas outlined a 12–24 month tourism plan focused on site upgrades, better airlift, stronger marketing, and community tourism, with priorities including Grand Anse Beach and major heritage and nature attractions.

Tourism & Health Security: Grenada officially launched its Tourism and Health Program (THP) with CARPHA support, training hotel and vessel surveillance teams and pushing wider use of the Tourism and Health Information System to strengthen visitor-based outbreak detection. Mental Health Support: The government says a National Suicide Prevention Hotline is expected to be operational by end-June, following reported increases in suicides in 2026. Regional Governance & Corruption: Transparency International’s 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index ranks Haiti at the bottom in the Caribbean, while Barbados, The Bahamas and St Vincent and the Grenadines score higher—raising fresh questions about accountability across the region. Grenada Politics: The NNP says it will “deliver” on promises and proposes tax reductions on water and electricity, while political figures continue trading sharp accusations in public commentary. Aviation & Investment Push: Grenada announced visa-free access for Nigerian travellers and highlighted new investment opportunities, including aviation, tourism, real estate and financial services. Public Transport Funding: The Grenada Transport Commission reports over EC$1.7m invested via fuel rebates and bus relief, with further duty-free concessions for bus parts and tyres in preparation.

Tourism & Health Security: Grenada officially launched its Tourism and Health Program (THP) with CARPHA, aiming to strengthen visitor-based surveillance and infectious disease prevention through hotel and vessel monitoring and training for national teams. Mental Health Support: A National Suicide Prevention Hotline is expected to be operational by end of June, after reports of rising suicides in 2026, with officials citing the need for faster crisis intervention and wider counselling access. Regional Policy Pressure on Climate Finance: Barbados’ deputy PM urged world leaders to close the gap between climate commitments and delivery, saying small island states face slow, delayed funding that arrives too late to protect coastlines and ecosystems. Public Transport Funding: Grenada’s Transport Commission says EC$1.7 million was invested in bus support via fuel rebates and western passenger relief, with more duty-free concessions for essential parts and tyres planned. Grenada Politics: The NNP says it will cut taxes on water and electricity if elected, while opposition figures continue to trade sharp accusations in public commentary. Sports Spotlight: Anderson Peters of Grenada finished second in the Rome Diamond League javelin behind Rumesh Pathirage’s 92.62m win.

Visa Policy & Investment Push: Grenada says it will grant visa-free entry to Nigerian travellers from July, aiming to boost trade, tourism and investment, with talks underway on direct air links within six months and opportunities flagged across aviation, real estate, healthcare, education, agriculture, logistics and fintech. Tourism Agenda: Grenada’s tourism ministry outlines a 12–24 month plan to grow arrivals and spending, upgrade key sites (Grand Anse Beach, falls, parks, heritage areas and distilleries), and strengthen airlift, safety messaging and digital marketing. Public Transport Support: The Grenada Transport Commission reports EC$1.7m invested via the Fuel Tax Rebate Programme and Western Bus Passenger Relief, and says it’s preparing 50% duty-free concessions on essential parts and tyres for registered bus owners. Mental Health: Grenada is moving toward a National Suicide Prevention Hotline expected to be operational by end-June, amid concerns over rising suicide numbers in 2026. Regional Sports: Anderson Peters of Grenada finished second in the Rome Diamond League javelin behind Rumesh Tharanga, while Peters remains in the Diamond League standings race.