AGP Executive Report

Tourism Momentum: Anguilla posted a record 81,907 stayover visitors in the first half of 2026, up 19.9% from 68,287 in the same period last year, with every month setting a new high and the U.S. remaining the top source market (73.8% of stayovers). Regional Air Connectivity: BermudAir says it will add a leased Embraer E190F freighter, aiming to expand express cargo capacity across its network and mark the first E-Freighter operation in the Americas. Travel Trade Push: The Anguilla Tourist Board wrapped a five-day U.S. roadshow engaging more than 200 travel advisors in New York, Long Island, and across four states to boost sales and awareness. Tech & Consumer Spend: Apple is bundling Apple TV and Apple Arcade into iCloud+ at no extra charge in more than 100 countries, including Anguilla, with a possible “Apple Music Select” add-on in some markets. Sustainable Procurement: Minister Claret Connor highlighted sustainable procurement as a development tool at the UN Global Compact High-Level Forum, launching a Sustainable Procurement Implementation Framework. Forex Industry Spotlight: CentFX will exhibit as a Diamond Sponsor at Forex Expo Dubai 2026, pitching order execution-focused trading.

Tourism Momentum: Anguilla posted a record 81,907 stayover visitors for the first half of 2026, up 19.9% from 68,287 in the same period last year, with every month hitting a new high; the U.S. remained the top source market at 73.8% of stayovers (60,415), while excursionist arrivals jumped 71.5% in June. U.S. Sales Push: The Anguilla Tourist Board wrapped a five-day U.S. roadshow engaging more than 200 travel advisors across New York, Long Island, Connecticut, New Jersey and Pennsylvania, featuring partner showcases from Zemi Beach House and Aurora Anguilla Resort & Golf Club. Air Cargo Expansion: BermudAir is adding a leased Embraer E190F freighter to expand express cargo capacity in the region, a move that could support time-sensitive business shipments across island networks. Regional Policy Coordination: Caribbean Overseas Territories leaders concluded their 2026 caucus in Bermuda, aligning priorities for the UK Joint Ministerial Council, including health, climate resilience, and financial services. Tech Bundle for Anguilla: Apple expanded iCloud+ to include Apple TV and Apple Arcade at no extra charge in more than 100 countries, with Anguilla among the listed markets.

Tourism Momentum: Anguilla posted a record first-half 2026 for stayover arrivals, welcoming 81,907 visitors (up 19.9% from 68,287 in 2025), with every month setting a new high; the U.S. remained the top source market at 73.8% of stayovers (60,415), while excursionist arrivals jumped 71.5% in June. U.S. Sales Push: The Anguilla Tourist Board wrapped a five-day U.S. roadshow engaging 200+ travel advisors across New York, Long Island, Connecticut, New Jersey and Pennsylvania, featuring partner showcases from Zemi Beach House and Aurora Anguilla Resort & Golf Club. Regional Air Cargo Boost: BermudAir plans to expand cargo capacity by adding a leased Embraer E190F freighter (first in the Americas), a move that signals more options for time-sensitive freight across island networks. Caribbean Policy & Capacity: Caribbean Overseas Territories leaders concluded their 2026 caucus in Bermuda, aligning positions for the UK Joint Ministerial Council, including health, climate resilience and financial services. Food Security Debate: Saint Martin’s cost-of-food crisis is pushing a wider question: how to grow more local food—supporting fishers and farmers—while tackling invasive animals and access rules.

Tourism Push: The Anguilla Tourist Board wrapped a five-day U.S. destination roadshow that reached more than 200 travel advisors across New York, Long Island, Connecticut, New Jersey and Pennsylvania, using luncheons, dinners and office presentations to boost awareness of Anguilla’s resorts, villas, food and attractions. Stayover Surge: Anguilla also posted a record first-half 2026 for stayover arrivals—81,907 visitors from January to June, up 19.9% year-on-year—with the U.S. remaining the top source market (73.8% of stayovers). Regional Governance: Caribbean Overseas Territories leaders met in Bermuda (Sept. 8–10) to align positions ahead of the UK Joint Ministerial Council, with Anguilla among the participants and priorities including health, climate resilience and financial services. Air Cargo Expansion: BermudAir announced it will add a leased Embraer E190F freighter, aiming to expand express cargo capacity across its network—an indicator of how regional air links are evolving for island businesses. Tech Bundle for Anguilla: Apple expanded iCloud+ to include Apple TV and Apple Arcade at no extra charge in more than 100 countries, including Anguilla, rolling out through end-September.

Tourism Push: Anguilla’s Tourist Board wrapped a five-day U.S. roadshow in New York and nearby states, engaging 200+ travel advisors to boost awareness of stays, dining and attractions, with hotel partners Zemi Beach House and Aurora Anguilla Resort & Golf Club. Visitor Growth: Anguilla posted a record first-half 2026 for stayover arrivals—81,907 visitors from January to June, up 19.9% year-on-year—with the U.S. as the dominant source market (73.8% of stayovers) and excursionists up 71.5% in June. Regional Governance: Caribbean Overseas Territories leaders, including Anguilla’s Premier Cora Richardson-Hodge, met in Bermuda to align positions ahead of the UK Joint Ministerial Council, focusing on health, climate resilience, financial services and trade. Air Cargo Expansion: BermudAir is moving into express freight with an Embraer E190F freighter lease, highlighting growing demand for faster cargo links across island economies. Tech & Services: Apple expanded iCloud+ in 100+ countries by bundling Apple TV and Apple Arcade at no extra charge—coverage includes Anguilla—potentially lifting consumer spending on digital entertainment.

Tourism Push: Anguilla’s Tourist Board wrapped a five-day U.S. destination roadshow, engaging 200+ travel advisors across New York, Long Island, Connecticut, New Jersey and Pennsylvania, with hotel partners Zemi Beach House and Aurora Anguilla Resort & Golf Club highlighting stays, dining and signature experiences. Stayover Surge: Anguilla posted a record first-half 2026 for stayover tourism—81,907 visitors (up 19.9% vs. 2025)—with the U.S. as the top source market (73.8% of stayovers) and June hitting a monthly high of 11,067. Regional Diplomacy: Caribbean Overseas Territories leaders met in Bermuda (Sept 8–10) to align positions ahead of the UK Joint Ministerial Council, with Anguilla’s Premier André Ebanks among those pushing shared priorities on health, climate resilience and financial services. Public Finance Focus: Anguilla finance officials were among participants at the Global Government Finance Summit 2026 in Dublin (Sept 14–15), where ministries discussed digital transformation and AI in public financial management. Tech & Services: Apple expanded iCloud+ in 100+ countries by bundling Apple TV and Apple Arcade at no extra charge, including Anguilla.

Tourism Push: Anguilla’s Tourist Board wrapped a five-day U.S. roadshow in New York, Long Island, Connecticut, New Jersey and Pennsylvania, engaging 200+ travel advisors through luncheons, dinners and office presentations, with partners including Zemi Beach House and Aurora Anguilla Resort & Golf Club. Stayover Surge: Anguilla also posted record first-half tourism, welcoming 81,907 stayover visitors (Jan–Jun 2026), up 19.9% year-on-year, with the U.S. as the top source market (73.8% of stayovers) and June hitting a monthly high. Regional Governance: Caribbean Overseas Territories leaders met in Bermuda to align positions ahead of the UK Joint Ministerial Council, focusing on health, climate resilience, financial services and trade; Anguilla’s Premier also visited Bermuda’s House of Assembly as part of the caucus programme. Air Cargo & Connectivity: BermudAir announced it will lease an Embraer E190F freighter, expanding express cargo capacity in the Americas—an important signal for time-sensitive trade links across the region. Tech & Services: Apple expanded iCloud+ bundles in 100+ countries, adding Apple TV and Apple Arcade at no extra charge, with Anguilla included in the rollout.

Forex & Trading Spotlight: CentFX will exhibit as a Diamond Sponsor at The Forex Expo Dubai 2026 (Sept 22–23), pitching its order-execution focus and ECN-style pricing to traders and partners. Tourism Momentum: Anguilla posted a record 81,907 stayover arrivals for the first half of 2026, up 19.9% year-on-year, with the U.S. still the dominant source market and day-tripper numbers also rising sharply. Regional Air Cargo Push: BermudAir plans to add a leased Embraer E190F freighter, aiming to expand express cargo capacity across its network—an important signal for island logistics. Caribbean Policy & Cooperation: Overseas Territories leaders wrapped up the 2026 Caucus in Bermuda, aligning positions for the UK Joint Ministerial Council, with priorities including health, climate resilience, financial services and trade. Tech Bundle for Anguilla: Apple expanded iCloud+ to include Apple TV and Apple Arcade at no extra charge in 100+ countries, with Anguilla listed among the included markets. Public Finance Focus: The Global Government Finance Summit 2026 in Dublin brought finance ministry leaders together on pressures, digital transformation and AI in public administration.

Tourism Boost: Anguilla logged a record 81,907 stayover arrivals in the first half of 2026, up 19.9% from 68,287 in the same period last year, with every month setting a new high; the U.S. remained the top source market (73.8% of first-half stayovers). Regional Air Cargo: BermudAir will add a leased Embraer E190F freighter, becoming the second E190F operator worldwide and the first in the Americas, aiming to close the Caribbean air-cargo gap for time-sensitive shipments. Regional Governance: Caribbean Overseas Territories leaders wrapped up talks in Bermuda ahead of the UK Joint Ministerial Council, aligning on priorities including climate resilience, health and social care, financial services, trade, and cost of living. Public Finance Focus: The Global Government Finance Summit 2026 in Dublin brought together finance ministry leaders (including Anguilla) to discuss pressures on budgets and how ministries are integrating AI and digital transformation. Digital Skills: The OECS Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship Programme opens for applications for Cohort II (Sept 10–20), with Anguilla among eligible territories. Tech for Consumers: Apple expanded iCloud+ bundles in 100+ countries, adding Apple TV and Apple Arcade at no extra charge, including Anguilla.

Tourism Boom: Anguilla logged a record first-half 2026 for stayover tourism, welcoming 81,907 visitors (up 19.9% from 68,287 in 2025). Each month set a new high, with June alone reaching 11,067 stayovers (+13%). The U.S. remained the top source market with 60,415 stayovers (73.8% of the total). Regional Policy & Governance: Anguilla’s Premier Cora Richardson-Hodge joined other Caribbean Overseas Territories leaders in Bermuda for the 2026 OT Caribbean Caucus, focusing on shared priorities like economic resilience, climate preparedness, and financial services. Digital Skills Push: The OECS Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship Programme opens Sept. 10 and runs to Sept. 20, offering advanced training across areas including AI, cybersecurity, cloud computing, fintech, and digital marketing—available to eligible citizens including Anguilla. Finance Ministry Focus: The Global Government Finance Summit 2026 in Dublin (Sept. 14–15) brought together finance leaders, including Anguilla, to discuss public finance pressures, digital transformation, and AI in government. Air Cargo Expansion (Regional): BermudAir announced it will lease an Embraer E190F freighter, set to become the second E190F operator worldwide and the first in the Americas, expanding cargo capacity across its network.

Tourism Surge: Anguilla logged a record 81,907 stayover visitors in the first half of 2026, up 19.9% from 68,287 in the same period last year, with every month from January to June setting a new high; the U.S. remained the top source market (73.8% of stayovers), while excursionist arrivals jumped 71.5% in June. Aviation & Cargo Expansion: BermudAir says it will become the world’s second operator of the Embraer E190F freighter, leasing the aircraft from Regional One; the move is billed as the first E-Freighter deployment in the Americas and a boost to express cargo for the airline’s Caribbean and North America network. Regional Public Health Capacity: CARPHA wrapped up its 11th CariPHLN Laboratory Network workshop in Bridgetown, bringing together lab directors across the Caribbean to strengthen networking, preparedness, surveillance, and diagnostic coordination. Digital Skills Push: OECS opened applications for its 2026 Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship Programme (Cohort II), with Anguilla included, offering training across areas like AI, cybersecurity, cloud, fintech, and data analytics. Governance & Finance Focus: Finance ministry leaders gathered for the Global Government Finance Summit 2026 in Dublin, with Anguilla among participating territories, as ministries discuss resilience, digital transformation, and AI in public finance.

Tourism Surge: Anguilla set a new pace for 2026, welcoming a record 81,907 stayover visitors in the first half (up 19.9% year-on-year), with every month hitting a stayover high and June alone reaching 11,067 (up 13%); the U.S. remains the top source market at 73.8% of stayovers. Regional Policy & Governance: Caribbean Overseas Territories leaders wrapped up their 2026 caucus in Bermuda, including Anguilla’s Premier Cora Richardson-Hodge, focusing on shared priorities like health and social care, climate impacts, and financial services, ahead of the UK Joint Ministerial Council. Digital Skills Push: The OECS Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship Programme opens for applications Sept. 10–20, offering advanced training across areas like AI, cybersecurity, cloud, fintech, and data analytics for Anguilla and other OECS members. Business & Trade Linkages: Apple expanded iCloud+ in 100+ countries by bundling Apple TV and Apple Arcade at no extra charge, with Anguilla listed among eligible markets—potentially boosting consumer access to services. Aviation & Cargo: BermudAir announced an expansion of air cargo with a leased Embraer E190F freighter, positioning cargo as a growth line for regional express freight.

Tourism Surge: Anguilla logged a record 81,907 stayover visitors in the first half of 2026, up 19.9% year-on-year, with every month setting a new high; the U.S. remained the top source market (73.8% of stayovers) and June alone hit a record 11,067 stayovers. Regional Air Links: Surinam Airways is exploring a new route connecting Paramaribo and Georgetown to Princess Juliana International Airport in St Maarten, with talks led by St Maarten’s PM and a commercial case now being built around demand, tourism and trade. Overseas Territories Politics: Anguilla’s Premier Cora Richardson-Hodge joined Caribbean Overseas Territories leaders in Bermuda for the 2026 caucus, focusing on shared priorities like climate, health and financial services ahead of the UK Joint Ministerial Council. Digital Skills Push: The OECS Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship Programme opens Sept. 10 and runs to Sept. 20, offering advanced training across areas like AI, cybersecurity, fintech and data analytics for Anguilla and other OECS members. Finance Ministry Focus: Finance ministry leaders gathered in Dublin for the Global Government Finance Summit 2026, with sessions on public spending pressures, digital transformation and AI in government. Tech Bundle Watch: Apple expanded iCloud+ in 100+ countries by bundling Apple TV and Apple Arcade at no extra charge, with Anguilla listed among the included markets.

Tourism Momentum: Anguilla has set a record for stayover arrivals in the first half of 2026, welcoming 81,907 visitors from January to June—up 19.9% year-on-year—while June alone hit a new high of 11,067 stayovers (+13%). Source Markets: The United States remained the top market, supplying 73.8% of first-half stayovers, and day-tripper arrivals jumped sharply in June (+71.5%). Regional Policy & Finance: Caribbean Overseas Territories leaders wrapped up a caucus in Bermuda, with Anguilla’s Premier Cora Richardson-Hodge among those coordinating positions ahead of the UK Joint Ministerial Council, focusing on economic resilience, climate preparedness, health and social care, and financial services/trade. Digital Skills Push: The OECS opened applications for the Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship Programme (Cohort II) for citizens across the OECS including Anguilla, with applications running Sept 10–20 and training spanning areas like AI, cybersecurity, fintech, and data analytics. Tech & Consumer Services: Apple expanded iCloud+ in Anguilla and 100+ countries by bundling Apple TV and Apple Arcade at no extra charge, with some markets also getting Apple Music Select.

Tourism Momentum: Anguilla logged a record 81,907 stayover visitors in the first half of 2026, up 19.9% year-on-year, with every month from January to June setting a new high; the U.S. remained the top source market (73.8% of stayovers), and June alone hit a record 11,067 stayovers (+13%), while excursionist arrivals jumped 71.5% to 15,771. Regional Policy & Finance: Caribbean Overseas Territories leaders wrapped up a 2026 caucus in Bermuda, aligning on shared priorities ahead of the UK Joint Ministerial Council—covering health and social care, climate change, financial services, trade and economic partnerships. Digital Skills Push: OECS opened applications for its 2026 Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship Programme (Cohort II) on September 10, running to September 20, with Anguilla included and training areas spanning AI, cybersecurity, fintech/blockchain, data analytics and more. Local Governance Capacity: Parliament’s Secretariat in St. Maarten said staff shortages from turnover, retirement and maternity leave stretched operations during the 2025–2026 year, even as work continued. Business & Fraud Watch (US): U.S. prosecutors arrested a former CEO of a Los Angeles tax-compliance startup accused of a $13.3m investor fraud scheme, alleging falsified credentials and revenue used for personal spending including a Caribbean wedding on Anguilla.

Caribbean Overseas Territories Diplomacy: Anguilla’s Premier André Ebanks wrapped up the 2026 OT Caribbean Caucus in Bermuda, joining leaders from across the region to align positions ahead of the UK Joint Ministerial Council in November, with priorities including health and social care, climate impacts, and financial services and trade partnerships. Local Governance & Parliament Capacity: Parliament President Sarah Wescot-Williams said Parliament’s Secretariat faced heavy strain during the 2025–2026 year due to staff shortages from turnover, retirement and maternity leave, even as it kept the institution running. Digital Skills for Anguilla: The OECS Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship Programme opens applications on September 10 and runs to September 20, offering World Bank-backed, UWI-delivered training across areas like AI, cybersecurity, fintech, data analytics and digital marketing for eligible OECS citizens including Anguilla. Public Finance Focus: Finance ministry leaders are set to meet in Dublin for the Global Government Finance Summit 2026, with Anguilla among participating governments discussing public spending pressures, digital transformation and AI in finance. Tourism & Business: Cap Juluca in Anguilla will reopen October 10 with new rum programming, a new spa treatment and a chef residency, signaling another push to keep high-end visitor demand flowing beyond peak season.