AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoTerritory Power Crunch: WAPA says back-to-back overnight blackouts are planned for St. Thomas-St. John on July 13 and 14, with multiple feeders affected, while St. Croix continues to deal with multi-day feeder instability. Road Works for Relief: Sea Cows Bay’s asphalt paving is set to start Friday, July 10, with the first layer aimed at cutting dust and smoothing uneven travel. Tariff Pass-Through Watch: New York Fed research finds many firms in its district—including Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands—still plan additional price hikes to recover tariff costs. Fintech & Payments (BVI): RYKI, a BVI virtual asset service provider, launched same-day settlement rails for online gaming operators using stablecoin and crypto payments. Local Fisheries Push: Opposition Leader Marlon Penn renewed calls for a fishing depot in the Eighth District, pointing to tournament results and the need for tools and support. Digital Finance Spotlight (BVI): Fintech on the Seas 2026 was hailed a sold-out success, reinforcing the BVI’s role in digital assets and digital finance. Tourism & Hospitality Signals: A Caribbean hospitality leader urged operators to make booking policies clearer and easier to find—an issue that can directly affect traveler trust. Agriculture Preparedness: A webinar on July 23 will focus on preparing farmworker communities for hurricane season, covering practical safety and resilience steps. Culture & Awards (VI/BVI): Caribbean POSH’s 10th anniversary in the BVI recognized regional women, including VI culinary leader Shanda Webster-Glasgow.
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