AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoTourism Launch: Beaches Turks and Caicos officially opened its new $150m Treasure Beach Village with fireworks, a Junkanoo-style procession and a celebrity-heavy multi-day bash—101 new suites, a 15,000 sq ft pool, and bigger family accommodations. Air Travel Perks: JetBlue and United rolled out reciprocal elite-style benefits for Caribbean-bound travellers, including priority boarding and preferred seating. Barbados Tourism Leadership: Barbados appointed businessman Peter Harris as chairman of Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc., aiming to build on a 3.3% rise in 2025 stay-over arrivals. Healthcare Shift: Government says it’s moving toward a wellness-focused healthcare system, not just treating illness. Crime & Safety: A fatal shooting in Jackmans, St Michael left one dead and another injured, with police urging witnesses to come forward. Money Laundering Watch: Regulators are monitoring Barbados-linked transactions tied to Malaysia’s 1MDB scandal. Workplace Rights: CTUSAB reminded workers of rights, including protections for LGBTQIA+ people.
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