AGP Executive Report
Last update: 25 minutes agoFootball & Tourism Boom: The Saint Lucia Tourism Authority has signed a multi-year global partnership with Arsenal FC, naming the island the club’s official destination partner from the 2026/27 season, with Brand Saint Lucia visibility at Emirates Stadium, Arsenal digital promotion, and plans for a youth football academy. Regional Leadership: PM Philip J. Pierre is set to assume CARICOM chairmanship in July, with the summit theme “From Resilience to Renewal” and a push for practical gains on integration, climate resilience, and sustainable development. Travel & Visas: Saint Lucian travellers face new Ireland visa requirements, and PM Pierre says it reflects wider immigration shifts rather than a direct target on the island. Arts & Civic Creativity: Twenty-one young artists have been selected for the Saint Lucia Halls of Justice Youth Art Challenge, with a public exhibition unveiled at Constitution Park. Music Rights & Business: IRD and ECCO ink an MOU to strengthen tax compliance and protect music rights, including data sharing on ticket sales and event attendance. Community & Safety: Police launch a “Tell-A-Friend” campaign to curb Facebook vehicle sales scams, urging residents not to send money or deposits to strangers.
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