AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoUS–BVI Tensions: USVI Governor Albert Bryan warned the BVI could face travel advisories or tougher border checks amid a dispute over marine charter fees, while calling for an amicable resolution. Public Safety: BVI police and social services officials say stalking, financial exploitation and physical abuse are common, and urged people to recognise controlling behaviour as a warning sign. Water and Tourism: Opposition Leader Marlon Penn proposed larger reservoirs, upgraded desalination plants and pipe replacement; separately, Junior Minister Luce Hodge-Smith said the government plans to encourage cruise visitors to return for overnight stays and cultural experiences. Government and Community: Government is still seeking to recover US$5 million deposited with Bank of Asia as a proposed asset sale is considered. Hodge-Smith also expects a Road Town cleanup to begin soon. Arts and Festivals: The BVI Literary Arts Festival brought regional writers to Tortola, while Samantha Stevens-Jackson was named chair of Virgin Gorda’s 2027 Easter Festival, marking its 60th anniversary. Youth and Sport: Elmore Stoutt High School won both divisions of the inter-secondary chess tournament, which included primary schools for the first time.
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