AGP Executive Report

Marine Conservation & Blue Economy: Montserrat has joined the UK’s Blue Belt Programme, committing to protect at least 20% of its maritime zone, gaining scientific and technical support to expand marine protected areas, fisheries management, marine spatial planning and marine legislation. Tourism Marketing: Anguilla’s Tourist Board launched its 2026 summer push, “Anguilla: Taste. Feel. Live.”, with a new Xcape App to drive year-round visitation and spotlight local food, culture, events and hospitality beyond the beach. Business & Finance Skills: St. Kitts and Nevis rolled out a second cohort of the “Building Bankable Businesses” financial literacy programme with the St. Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla National Bank, training entrepreneurs on budgeting, business planning, record keeping and banking relationships. Regional Connectivity for Anguilla: BermudAir announced winter route expansion that includes renewed service to Anguilla and new nonstop links to Turks and Caicos and Belize, boosting airlift during peak season. Fisheries Governance: The CRFM Ministerial Council met to focus on aquaculture growth, food security, climate resilience (including insurance) and progress against illegal fishing, with Antigua and Barbuda’s Randy Baltimore elected chair.

Environment & Banking Partnership: St. Kitts and Nevis kicked off Environment Month on June 5 under “Climate Action: For Environment. For Empowerment. For Everyone,” aiming to balance sustainability with economic development and social resilience, backed by a partnership with the St. Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla National Bank. Financial Literacy for Entrepreneurs: The Ministry of Small Business and Entrepreneurship launched the second 10-week Building Bankable Businesses financial literacy cohort (June 2), delivered with Alex Straun and the St. Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla National Bank, covering budgeting, record-keeping, banking relationships and business planning. Tourism Marketing Push (Anguilla): The Anguilla Tourist Board rolled out its 2026 “Taste. Feel. Live.” summer campaign and the Xcape App to drive year-round visitation and connect visitors with local food, culture and experiences. Airlift Expansion for the Region: BermudAir announced major winter route growth, including expanded service to Anguilla and new nonstop links to Turks and Caicos and Belize, with further growth plans underway. Marine Conservation Boost: Montserrat joined the UK Blue Belt Programme, committing to protect at least 20% of its maritime zone and strengthening marine protected areas and fisheries management. Regional Fisheries Governance: The CRFM Ministerial Council met to advance aquaculture, food security, climate resilience and progress against illegal fishing, electing Antigua and Barbuda’s Randy Baltimore as chair.

Air Connectivity & Tourism: BermudAir is expanding its winter network with new nonstop service from Toronto to Turks and Caicos, continuing onward to Anguilla, plus broader growth across the Caribbean from multiple U.S. gateways—good news for Anguilla’s visitor access and regional business travel. Tourism Marketing: The Anguilla Tourist Board launched its 2026 Summer Campaign, “Taste. Feel. Live.”, backed by the Xcape App, pushing year-round stays and local food, culture, and experiences beyond the beach. Entrepreneurship & Finance Skills: St. Kitts and Nevis rolled out a second cohort of its Building Bankable Businesses Financial Literacy Program with the National Bank, focusing on budgeting, record-keeping, and getting businesses “investment-ready.” Regional Business Support: COCI and RVO hosted a business support session in St. Maarten linking entrepreneurs to grants and finance tools for international trade. Marine Economy & Conservation: Montserrat joined the UK Blue Belt Programme, joining Anguilla and other Caribbean territories in efforts to protect at least 20% of maritime zones and strengthen fisheries management. Regional Fisheries Governance: The CRFM ministerial council met to push aquaculture, food security, climate resilience, and progress on tackling illegal fishing. ECCU Lending Costs: A new banking series argues the “cost of money” in the Eastern Caribbean is weighing on growth, and calls for strategic choices to improve financing conditions. Local Waste Enforcement: The BVI Waste Management Authority increased enforcement at bin sites, warning fines up to $1,000 for illegal dumping.

Aviation & Tourism: BermudAir is expanding its winter Caribbean network with new direct Toronto service to Turks and Caicos, then continuing on to Anguilla, with Saturday flights running Dec. 19 through May 1, 2027 (subject to approval), aiming to capture growing Canadian demand for premium island getaways. Tourism Marketing: The Anguilla Tourist Board rolled out its 2026 summer campaign, “Taste. Feel. Live.”, backed by the new Xcape app, pushing visitors to experience Anguilla’s food, culture, events and local lifestyle beyond the beach. Entrepreneurship & Finance Skills: In St. Kitts and Nevis, the Ministry of Small Business launched a second cohort of its Building Bankable Businesses financial literacy programme (10 weeks), delivered with the St. Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla National Bank, focusing on budgeting, record-keeping, banking relationships and business planning. Regional Business Support: COCI and the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO) hosted a business support session in St. Maarten outlining grants and finance pathways for eligible firms, including export and international market entry support. Marine & Sustainability: Montserrat joined the UK Blue Belt Programme, joining Anguilla and other Caribbean territories in efforts to protect at least 20% of maritime zones and strengthen marine planning and fisheries management.

Tourism Marketing: Anguilla Tourist Board has launched its 2026 Summer Campaign, “Anguilla: Taste. Feel. Live.”, pushing visitors to go beyond beaches with local food, culture, events and a new Xcape App aimed at boosting engagement and reducing seasonality. Air Connectivity & Growth: BermudAir is widening its Caribbean footprint with new winter presales and route expansions, including growth to Anguilla plus added service to Turks & Caicos and Belize, with plans to use spare winter capacity to tackle Bermuda’s seasonality challenge. Business Skills & Finance: In St. Kitts and Nevis, the Ministry of Small Business and Entrepreneurship rolled out a second cohort of its Building Bankable Businesses Financial Literacy Programme (10 weeks) with the St. Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla National Bank, focusing on budgeting, record-keeping, banking relationships and business planning. Entrepreneur Support: COCI and RVO hosted a business support session in St. Maarten connecting entrepreneurs to grants and finance instruments for international trade and market entry. Marine Conservation: Montserrat joined the UK Blue Belt Programme, committing to protect at least 20% of its maritime zone and strengthening marine protected areas and fisheries management—another boost for the region’s ocean economy. Regional Fisheries: CRFM ministers met to advance aquaculture, food security, climate resilience and progress against illegal fishing, with Antigua and Barbuda’s Randy Baltimore elected chair.

Entrepreneurship & Finance Skills: St. Kitts and Nevis launched a second cohort of its Building Bankable Businesses Financial Literacy Programme, a 10-week push for budgeting, business planning, record-keeping and banking relationships, delivered with Alex Straun and the St. Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla National Bank. Funding Access for SMEs: St. Maarten’s COCI, with the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO), held a business support session linking entrepreneurs to grants and finance tools for international trade and market entry. Tourism Marketing: Anguilla’s Tourist Board rolled out its 2026 summer campaign, “Taste. Feel. Live.”, plus an Xcape app, aiming to cut seasonality and deepen visitor engagement through food, culture and local experiences. Air Connectivity Boost for Anguilla: BermudAir continues expanding its Caribbean network, adding new winter routes that include Turks & Caicos and Belize, while also growing service to Anguilla from US and Canadian gateways—more nonstop options for travellers heading to the island. Marine Protection: Montserrat joined the UK Blue Belt Programme, committing to protect at least 20% of its maritime zone with support for marine protected areas, fisheries management and updated marine legislation. Regional Policy for Growth: The CRFM ministerial council met to advance aquaculture, food security, climate resilience and progress against illegal fishing, with Antigua and Barbuda’s Randy Baltimore elected chair.

Air Connectivity: BermudAir is rolling out a major winter expansion, adding nonstop service to Turks & Caicos and Belize from multiple U.S. and Canadian gateways, plus new direct links to Anguilla and Guatemala City—moves that should boost visitor access and tourism spend across the islands. Tourism Strategy: Anguilla’s Tourist Board delegation is attending Caribbean Week in New York 2026 (June 1–5) to push Anguilla’s positioning with regional ministers, airlines, investors and media. Small Business Support: St. Kitts and Nevis launched a financial management training programme for entrepreneurs, focusing on budgeting, cash flow, record-keeping and planning—backed by the National Bank partnership. Regional Finance Watch: A new ECCU “cost of money” analysis argues Caribbean lending rates remain high, shaping borrowing decisions and slowing growth, while pointing to credit unions as a potential pressure valve. Environment & Enforcement: The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority is increasing enforcement at public bin sites, warning illegal dumping can bring fines up to $1,000. Fisheries Governance: The CRFM ministerial council met to advance aquaculture, food security, climate resilience and progress against illegal fishing.

Aviation & Tourism Connectivity: BermudAir is pushing deeper into the Caribbean with major winter route expansions, including new nonstop service to Turks and Caicos and Belize from multiple U.S. gateways, plus continuing and added service to Anguilla—an approach aimed at easing seasonality and opening more direct travel options for island visitors. Regional Tourism Strategy: Anguilla’s Tourist Board delegation is in New York for Caribbean Week 2026, joining ministers and industry leaders to strengthen market access and partnerships under the theme “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences.” Business Skills for Growth: St. Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla National Bank has partnered with the Ministry of Small Business & Entrepreneurship to launch a financial management training programme for entrepreneurs, focusing on budgeting, cash flow, record-keeping and planning. Sustainability & Environment Month: SKNANB is also named Official Sustainability Partner for Environment Month 2026, linking banking support to the Federation’s Sustainable Island State Agenda. Finance in the ECCU: A regional analysis highlights why Caribbean lending remains costly and what policy choices lie ahead for the Eastern Caribbean Currency Union. Fisheries & Food Security: The CRFM ministerial council met to advance aquaculture, food security, climate resilience and progress against illegal fishing. Community & Culture: Nevis kicked off Culturama 52 with a sashing ceremony that spotlighted corporate partners backing youth and culture.

Air Connectivity & Tourism: BermudAir is rolling out a major winter expansion, adding nonstop service to Turks and Caicos, Belize, and Anguilla from multiple US and Canadian gateways, plus new links to Guatemala City—a move that should boost Anguilla’s visitor flow beyond seasonal ferry access and strengthen regional airlift. Regional Business & Policy: Anguilla’s tourism team is in New York for Caribbean Week 2026, using the CTO summit to push connectivity and market positioning as regional demand shifts toward more authentic and regenerative travel. Finance & Cost of Borrowing: A new ECCU-focused analysis revisits the “cost of money” problem—why Caribbean lending rates remain high and what that means for growth and credit access across the Eastern Caribbean Currency Union. Small Business Capacity: The Ministry of Small Business & Entrepreneurship has launched a financial management training programme for entrepreneurs, targeting budgeting, cash flow, record-keeping, and planning to improve business resilience. Environment & Enforcement: Waste authorities are tightening enforcement at public bin sites, with fines up to $1,000 for illegal dumping—an issue that matters for local operations and public health.

Air Connectivity & Tourism Growth: BermudAir is ramping up winter travel with new nonstop and connecting routes across the Caribbean, including expanded service to Anguilla alongside Turks and Caicos and Belize, plus new links to Grand Cayman and Guatemala City—a move aimed at easing seasonality and opening more direct access for US and Canadian travellers. Regional Business & Finance: A new ECCU-focused analysis highlights why Caribbean borrowing costs remain high, pointing to the “cost of money” challenge facing regional growth and the strategic choices now in front of lenders and borrowers. Small Business Capacity: The Ministry of Small Business & Entrepreneurship has launched a financial management training programme for entrepreneurs, covering budgeting, cash flow, record-keeping and planning. Environment & Enforcement: Waste authorities are tightening enforcement at public bin sites, with fines up to $1,000 for illegal dumping and misuse. Fisheries & Food Security: The CRFM ministerial council met to push aquaculture expansion, strengthen food security, improve climate resilience (including insurance) and continue progress against IUU fishing. Anguilla in the Spotlight: An Anguilla Tourist Board delegation is attending Caribbean Week in New York 2026 to strengthen tourism partnerships and market positioning.

Small Business Support: The Ministry of Small Business & Entrepreneurship has launched a financial management training programme for entrepreneurs, with sessions on budgeting, cash flow, record-keeping and strategic planning, backed by the St. Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla National Bank. Air Connectivity & Tourism Demand: BermudAir is expanding its winter network with new and returning routes that include growth to Anguilla plus non-stop service to Turks and Caicos and Belize from multiple US and Canadian gateways, with tickets set to go on sale June 5—good news for visitor access and local tourism planning. Regional Tourism Push: Anguilla’s Tourist Board delegation is in New York for Caribbean Week 2026, joining tourism ministers and industry leaders to strengthen market positioning and resilience as travel preferences shift toward more authentic experiences. Caribbean Finance Watch: A regional commentary revisits the “cost of money” in the ECCU, tying lending rates to the broader “decade of decision” for economic and financial resilience. Fisheries & Blue Economy: CRFM ministers met to advance aquaculture, food security, climate/disaster resilience and progress on tackling illegal fishing, with Antigua and Barbuda’s Randy Baltimore elected chair. Environment & Enforcement: Waste authorities are stepping up enforcement at bin sites, warning illegal dumping can bring fines up to $1,000.

Air Connectivity & Tourism: BermudAir, Bermuda’s homegrown airline, is pushing hard into the wider Caribbean with a winter expansion that includes growth to Anguilla plus new nonstop service to Turks and Caicos and Belize, alongside routes to Guatemala City—a strategy aimed at easing seasonal demand and linking underserved city pairs. Regional Tourism Diplomacy: Anguilla’s Tourist Board delegation is in New York for Caribbean Week 2026 (June 1–5), joining ministers and industry leaders under the theme “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences” to strengthen partnerships and market the destination. Fisheries & Food Security: The CRFM ministerial council met by teleconference, focusing on aquaculture expansion, food security, climate resilience (including insurance), and progress against illegal fishing; Antigua’s Randy Baltimore was elected chair, succeeding Anguilla’s Kyle Hodge. Waste & Enforcement: The Virgin Islands waste authority is stepping up enforcement at public bin sites, warning illegal dumping can bring fines up to $1,000. Sports Broadcasting: Rush Sports says it’s preparing a full regional World Cup viewing push across multiple Caribbean markets including Anguilla.

Air Connectivity for Anguilla: BermudAir is ramping up winter links, with new nonstop service from St. Pete–Clearwater (PIE) to Turks and Caicos and Belize, plus weekly direct service to Anguilla—giving Anguilla another air option beyond the usual ferry route via St. Martin. More Routes, More Competition: The airline is also expanding from multiple U.S. and Canadian cities, including Toronto-to-Turks & Caicos with onward connections to Anguilla, and new winter service to Belize and Turks & Caicos from several U.S. gateways. ECCU Cost of Money: A new commentary looks at why Caribbean lending rates remain high and what the ECCU’s “decade of decision” means for growth, resilience, and the region’s financing needs. World Cup Viewing Push: Rush Sports says it’s preparing a Caribbean-wide broadcast experience for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including coverage in Anguilla and other regional markets. Environment Enforcement: The U.S. Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority is tightening enforcement at public bin sites, with illegal dumping fines up to $1,000. Tourism Strategy in New York: Caribbean Week in New York 2026 brings tourism ministers together under “One Caribbean: Infinite experiences,” as leaders chase market share and better connectivity.

Air Connectivity Boost for Anguilla: BermudAir has announced a major winter expansion, adding new service to Turks and Caicos, Anguilla, Belize and Bermuda, plus flights to Guatemala City, with tickets going on sale Friday—bringing more nonstop and direct options from multiple U.S. and Canadian gateways during peak season. Boston Route Returns: After a successful first season, BermudAir will bring back seasonal Boston-to-Anguilla flights starting December and add new nonstop Boston services to Belize and Turks and Caicos, with fares from $324 (Belize) and $254 (Turks and Caicos). Regional Tourism Push: Caribbean Week in New York 2026 (June 1–5) is drawing tourism ministers and officials across the region, including Anguilla, to strengthen market access, connectivity and economic resilience under the theme “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences.” Fisheries and Blue Economy Priorities: The CRFM Ministerial Council met via teleconference on June 3, focusing on aquaculture growth, food security, climate and disaster resilience (including insurance), and continued action against IUU fishing; Hon. Randy Baltimore was elected Chair for 2026–2027. Trade and Business Momentum: St. Maarten’s SMART 2026 bookings are ahead of last year, with 79% of booths already occupied and the event on track to sell out earlier than prior editions—an indicator of strong regional business demand.

Air Connectivity for Anguilla: BermudAir is pushing deeper into the Caribbean with new winter links that include continuing service to Anguilla via Turks & Caicos, plus a direct-to-Grand Cayman plan that routes through the islands; tickets for the new services go on sale June 5, with Toronto-to-Turks & Caicos Saturdays and onward connections to Anguilla, subject to government approval. Broader Network Expansion: The airline is also adding nonstop routes from multiple U.S. cities to Turks & Caicos and Belize (using Embraer 190s) and expanding service from St. Petersburg/Clearwater with more flights to Anguilla, Turks & Caicos and Belize. Tourism Strategy in Focus: Caribbean Week in New York 2026 is drawing tourism ministers and officials from across the region, including Anguilla, to align on market growth and resilience under the theme “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences.” Local Business & Community Calendar: Anguilla Day celebrations and summer programming at Four Seasons Anguilla highlight local culture, markets and events that can support visitor spend during the season.

Air Connectivity & Tourism Demand: BermudAir is ramping up winter service with new and expanded routes that matter directly for Anguilla travellers—adding nonstop Turks & Caicos and Belize from St. Pete-Clearwater, plus more flights to Anguilla from the same hub. Regional Airline Expansion: The carrier also announced broader U.S. and Canada coverage for Turks & Caicos, Belize and Guatemala City, with ticket sales starting 5 June, and a direct Grand Cayman service that runs via Turks & Caicos. Travel Cost Signals: A separate travel trend piece notes Canadians are increasingly skipping the U.S. border hassle and looking elsewhere, while Japan’s “sayonara tax” is tripling for international departures from July 1—both nudging how and where people spend. Caribbean Business & Policy Calendar: Caribbean Week in New York 2026 is drawing a record turnout of tourism ministers and commissioners, including Anguilla, as leaders push connectivity and market share. Local Community & Economy: Anguilla Day coverage highlights strong public participation and government priorities tied to ports, water, renewable energy and fisheries—issues that shape the island’s long-term business outlook.