AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoECCB Monetary Council Handover: Dominica will take over chairmanship of the ECCB Monetary Council on 9 July, with the ceremony in Dominica also featuring the unveiling of a redesigned family of EC banknotes and coins to mark the 50th anniversary of the EC dollar’s fixed US$ peg. EC Dollar Milestone: The ECCB is commemorating five decades since the 1976 EC$2.70 to US$1.00 fixed exchange rate—crediting the stability for helping keep inflation low and supporting trade and investment, while pointing to the next “Big Push” agenda. Regional Policy Focus: The 113th Monetary Council meeting on 10 July will hear the ECCB Governor’s report on monetary, credit and financial conditions and updates on initiatives like CAPSS and a Fast Payment System. Anguilla Tourism & Air Connectivity: Trans Anguilla Airways marks progress with GDS integration, boosting visibility for travellers and strengthening inter-island access that supports tourism and business travel. Nevis Aviation Expansion: Nevis has begun construction on the Vance W. Amory International Airport expansion, including a runway extension and new terminal and customs facilities aimed at lifting air traffic and tourism growth. Local Business Support: TDC is backing Charlestown’s “Floral Elegance” community mural project with the Caribbean Foundation for Children and Charlestown Secondary School, giving students real-world experience while beautifying public spaces.
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