AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoThird-Country Transfers: Parliament approved a resolution giving Antigua and Barbuda strict control over any possible U.S. transfer of third-country nationals, with PM Gaston Browne saying the country would rather face visa restrictions than accept criminals, while the AG stressed no final agreement exists and the Foreign Affairs Minister framed talks as a sovereignty test. Border Security: The U.S. and CARICOM signed a biometric data-sharing pact with IMPACS to strengthen border checks and immigration vetting across member states, with Antigua and Barbuda among the representatives. Girls’ Mentorship: The Ricardo Barriteau Drue Foundation hosted “I AM, I WILL” for girls 12–17 on self-esteem, bullying, gang violence and sexuality. Carnival Prep: NSWMA and the Central Board of Health launched a pre-Carnival clean-up across St. John’s, running late nights to keep streets ready for #Feeltherhythm. Sports & Youth: Tyra Fenton returned from Mexico aiming for more medals; CWI Rising Stars U19 matches kick off in Antigua; and Team Antigua & Barbuda’s volleyball youth campaign continues to build momentum. Culture & Community: A peace walk united youth and wider community groups in St. John’s, while the Jane E. Toussaint Foundation launched plans for the Wadadli Healing Symposium in October.
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