AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoFAO & Agriculture: Young farmers, agribusiness operators and traders met in Kingstown for an FAO-led youth and gender inclusion session, sharing the barriers they face and pushing practical ways to help young women and men lead across agrifood value chains. Global Finance & Debt: Prime Minister Godwin Friday told the UN Development Partners Roundtable that the “one size fits all” development finance model is failing small island states, urging use of a Multidimensional Vulnerability Index for concessional funding as SVG’s debt trajectory remains a major concern. UN Development Partners Roundtable: UN Resident Coordinator Simon Springett warned partners to move from isolated projects to connected systems, with stronger alignment on resilience, financing and coherence—plus a prevention focus for youth and crime. Public Service Week: SVG will hold Public Service Week June 17–23 under “Fostering Innovation and Global Challenges,” with rallies, internships, recognition and public speaking events. Customs Modernisation: Customs launched an upgraded ASYCUDA World system to support Vincy Single Window for Trade and move toward paperless customs. Education & Gender: A survey found many boys feel marginalised in classrooms, leading to a parent-focused workshop on gender stereotypes. Local Security: Police fired on a rental-plated vehicle in Arnos Vale; the driver later turned himself in and was charged. Sports & Youth: Georgetown scouting marked a milestone with a new troop investiture; and SVG’s tennis scene celebrated Afi Lucas winning the Last Man Standing title.
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