AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoCrime Response: Prime Minister Godwin Friday has formed a National Crime Reduction Task Force as murders rise above last year’s level. It brings together police, border and maritime security, financial intelligence and justice agencies, and will be co-chaired by Deputy PM St. Clair Leacock and Attorney General Louise Mitchell. Cruise Port Investment: SVG has signed a 30-year agreement with Global Ports Holding to manage and expand its cruise facilities while retaining government ownership. GPH is required to invest at least US$20 million in Kingstown and US$60 million in a second phase, including a new berth at Clifton, Union Island. Support for Vincentians: Friday says NIS pensions will rise in January 2027, benefiting 7,375 pensioners, while the minimum pension will increase 25%. His government also plans a Social Protection Bill to strengthen assistance for vulnerable households. He acknowledged impatience over the pace of change, saying the government would proceed carefully. Regional Diplomacy: SVG voted in favour of the UN resolution condemning the US embargo on Cuba, which passed 130–17, with 25 abstentions. Jamaica, Guyana and Haiti abstained.
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