AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoCannabis policy pressure: In St. Kitts and Nevis, Nubian Greaux says cannabis reform has moved too slowly—licensing, exports, and banking access still leaving the market “stalled,” and calling for more support so ordinary people can benefit. Regional lab upgrade: CARPHA has rolled out Molbio rapid diagnostic platforms across 10 countries, including Saint Lucia, to speed up detection of threats from influenza and malaria to TB and HIV. Hantavirus watch: Saint Lucia’s health ministry says it’s monitoring reports tied to the cruise ship MV Hondius, while regional officials stress the overall risk remains low. LAMAT 2026 capability boost: U.S. and Saint Lucian teams are adding pulmonology support for the first time and building a more coordinated hospital emergency response system. Tourism momentum: Antigua’s Caribbean Travel Marketplace drew strong optimism, while Curaçao’s visitor mix is shifting toward Millennials and Gen X. Local health outreach: A pop-up mental health fair in Soufrière brought screenings and conversations to the market. Public safety strain: Mother’s Day weekend violence in Marchand left three dead, pushing Saint Lucia’s homicide count higher.
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