AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoDRHEAM-CUP Sailing: The DRHEAM-CUP/Grand Prix de France au Large press conference in Cherbourg confirmed a record edition: over 120 boats already registered for the 10th anniversary (9–18 July), with the fleet leaving Cherbourg on 12 July for two courses to Lorient, including the full Ocean Fifty class of eleven trimarans. Chlordecone Compensation: A new law in Guadeloupe and Martinique formally recognizes the State’s responsibility for chlordecone-related harm, paving the way for talks on extending compensation to more victims; Parliament will receive a report within a year, funded in part by an extra levy on tobacco. Sargassum Management: After an OECS-EU study visit in Martinique and Guadeloupe, Virgin Islands officials say practical sargassum strategies could boost public health preparedness, protect coasts, strengthen tourism resilience, and create economic opportunities. Kréyòl Pride: Guadeloupe’s first Kréyòl Pride is set for July 25 in Basse-Terre, aiming to unite LGBTQIA+ people, locals, and allies after years of discord. Marine Protection: France added three new strict marine protection zones on World Oceans Day, including coral reef protections in Guadeloupe, raising strict protection to 14.68% of waters. Carnival Cruise to Guadeloupe: Carnival Pride’s 14-day Southern Caribbean cruise (Feb 5, 2028) will include a stop in Guadeloupe, with bookings opening later this week.
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