AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoRoute du Rhum: French skipper Alexia Barrier says she will be the first woman to race in the Ultim class at the Route du Rhum, going solo on “Idec Sport” after repairs from serious damage; the launch is set for August 3, with training and boat tweaks underway. OECS-EU Ties: The EU ambassador to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, Fiona Ramsey, formally presented credentials to OECS Director General Dr. Didacus Jules, reaffirming support for regional integration and sustainable development. Local Impact—Property Tax: A French study finds only a small number of large towns raised taxe foncière in 2026, but increases can still be steep where they do happen. Health & Climate—Heat Risk: France’s medicines-safety guidance highlights which drug types can raise heat-related risk, urging extra monitoring for vulnerable people during hot spells. Environment—Dolphins: Saint Martin authorities responded to two stranded dolphins on Orient Bay—one dead adult and one live juvenile released offshore—while urging reports of marine mammal distress. Sports—Football Change: Stern John stepped down as Saint Lucia’s men’s national coach after mixed results. Maritime—Superyacht Shifts: Tracking data shows departures from Caribbean hubs, including Guadeloupe, with many yachts shifting toward Atlantic/European routes as hurricane season approaches.
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