AGP Executive Report

OECS Digital Skills Push: Applications for the OECS Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship Programme open September 10 and close September 20, 2026, with Anguilla among eligible territories. The World Bank-financed CARDTP programme, delivered by The UWI Global Campus, follows Cohort I’s 200+ certifications and offers training in areas like AI/ML, cybersecurity, cloud computing, data analytics, fintech/blockchain, UX/UI, web development and more. Tourism & Luxury Returns: Cap Juluca (Belmond) will reopen in Anguilla on October 10, 2026, launching its 40th-anniversary season with new rum programming, a “Caribbean first” Guerlain spa treatment, and a December chef residency by Gregory Gourdet. Regional Governance & Finance Talks: Caribbean Overseas Territories leaders are meeting in Bermuda for the OT Caribbean Caucus (Sept 8–12), ahead of the UK Joint Ministerial Council, with Anguilla Premier Cora Richardson-Hodge attending. Discussions include economic resilience, climate preparedness, regional cooperation, health and social care, and financial services/trade partnerships. Public Pay Spotlight: Anguilla’s senior political compensation is reported at EC$386,478 annually for the Premier, with other officeholder packages also published. Business Fraud Watch (US): A US federal case alleges a $13.3m investor fraud scheme tied to a tax startup, with proceeds reportedly used for a home, Tesla, and a Caribbean wedding on Anguilla.

Anguilla Tourism & Luxury Hospitality: Cap Juluca (Belmond) will reopen on Maundays Bay on October 10, 2026, with new rum programming, a “Caribbean first” Guerlain spa treatment, and a December chef residency by James Beard winner Gregory Gourdet. Regional Digital Skills Push (OECS): OECS has opened applications for the 2026 Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship Programme (Cohort II), running Sept 10–20, with training across areas like AI, cybersecurity, cloud, fintech, data analytics, and digital marketing for eligible OECS citizens including Anguilla. UK Overseas Territories Talks in Bermuda: Anguilla Premier Cora Richardson-Hodge is in Bermuda for the Overseas Territories Caribbean Caucus (Sept 8–12), ahead of the UK Joint Ministerial Council, with discussions spanning economic/financial services resilience, climate preparedness, and citizen wellbeing. Public Finance Transparency (Anguilla): Anguilla’s senior political compensation has been published, showing the Premier’s annual package at EC$386,478 and other ministerial and parliamentary allowances. US Startup Fraud Case Touches Anguilla: US prosecutors say an Inglewood founder behind ComplYant App Inc. used investor money for a luxury lifestyle including a Caribbean wedding on Anguilla, as she faces federal fraud and money-laundering charges. Caribbean Arts Spotlight: Sint Maarten’s Sunshine Awards has announced its 38th annual celebration for Oct 17, 2026, themed “Black Inventions,” with nominees across the region including Anguilla’s Bankie Banx.

Tourism & Luxury Investment: Cap Juluca (Belmond) in Anguilla will reopen on October 10, 2026, launching its 40th-anniversary season with a new beach-bar rum (CAP RUM in partnership with Sint Maarten’s Topper’s Rhum), a Guerlain spa “Caribbean first,” and a December chef residency by James Beard winner Gregory Gourdet. Regional Skills & Jobs: The OECS Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship Programme opens September 10 and runs to September 20, offering Anguilla and other OECS citizens advanced training and certifications across areas like AI, cybersecurity, cloud, fintech/blockchain, data analytics, UX/UI, and digital marketing. UK Overseas Territories Politics: Anguilla Premier Cora Richardson-Hodge is in Bermuda for the Overseas Territories Caribbean Caucus (Sept 8–12), ahead of the UK Joint Ministerial Council, with talks spanning economic/financial services resilience, climate preparedness, and citizen wellbeing. Public Finance Transparency: Anguilla’s top political salaries were published, showing the Premier at EC$386,478 annually, with ministers and other officeholders listed alongside notes on allowances and vehicle fuel arrangements. Fraud & Investor Risk (Regional/Global): US authorities arrested a former tax-startup CEO accused of a $13M+ investor fraud scheme, alleging fake credentials and revenue claims used to fund personal purchases including a Tesla and a Caribbean wedding on Anguilla.

Anguilla Politics & Pay Transparency: Anguilla’s senior political compensation has been published, with the Premier’s total annual package reported at EC$386,478, alongside EC$322,065 for ministers, EC$268,387 for the Speaker, EC$223,656 for a Parliamentary Secretary, EC$190,263 for the Opposition Leader, and EC$158,553 for MPs—figures described as total compensation including allowances. Regional Governance Talks (UKOT): Premier Cora Richardson-Hodge is in Bermuda for the Overseas Territories Caribbean Caucus (Sept 8–12), convened by Bermuda Premier E. David Burt ahead of the UK Joint Ministerial Council, with discussions expected to cover economic and financial services resilience, climate and disaster preparedness, health and social care, and trade partnerships. Digital Parliament & AI: St Maarten’s Parliament has advanced a responsible AI outcome statement tied to an Anguilla-hosted workshop, while Parliament’s chair in St Maarten also pushed for digitalisation and paperless operations through a new Digital Transformation and AI Workgroup. Cross-Border Business Risk: A US federal case alleges a $13.3m investor fraud by a former tax startup CEO, accused of faking credentials and revenue and using funds for a home, a Tesla, and a Caribbean wedding on Anguilla.

Caribbean Overseas Territories Diplomacy: Anguilla’s Premier Cora Richardson-Hodge is in Bermuda for the Overseas Territories Caribbean Caucus (Sept 8–12), joining leaders from the BVI, Cayman Islands, Montserrat and Turks & Caicos to align positions ahead of the UK Joint Ministerial Council, with talks expected to cover economic and financial services resilience, climate/disaster preparedness, and regional cooperation. Parliament & AI Governance: St Maarten’s Parliament advanced a responsible AI outcome statement tied to an Anguilla-hosted June workshop, committing to ethical AI governance, data privacy and information integrity. Public Pay Transparency (Anguilla): Anguilla’s senior political compensation is now publicly listed, with the Premier reported at EC$386,478 annually (plus allowances), alongside figures for ministers, MPs, and the Opposition Leader. Regional Business/Finance (Captive Insurance): NCCIA honoured Martin Eveleigh with the Lane Brown Award for work in captive insurance and for drafting regulatory guidance for Anguilla and Nevis. Global Business Watch: Alibaba won .ai domain transfers in a Czech ruling, underscoring rising brand-protection fights as AI product names become valuable. Travel & Aviation (BermudAir): BermudAir marks its third anniversary with a 30% fare discount for travel from Sept 15 to Nov 15, 2026.

Regional Politics & Economy: Anguilla’s Premier Cora Richardson-Hodge is in Bermuda for the Overseas Territories Caribbean Caucus (Sept 8–12), a UKOT leaders’ forum led by Bermuda Premier David Burt ahead of the November UK Joint Ministerial Council, with talks spanning economic and financial services resilience, climate and disaster preparedness, and citizen wellbeing. Local Governance & Public Finance: Anguilla’s senior political compensation is now in the spotlight, with the Premier’s annual package reported at EC$386,478, alongside figures for ministers, the Opposition Leader, Speaker and MPs, plus notes on allowances and vehicle fuel arrangements. Parliament & Digital Policy: St Maarten’s Parliament backed a responsible AI outcome statement tied to an Anguilla-hosted workshop, while Parliament in the region moves toward digitalisation and paperless operations. Business & Travel: BermudAir marks its third anniversary with a 30% discount on published base fares (promo code BIRTHDAY3) and is expanding routes, including new nonstop service to South Caicos. Community & Culture: SKNYPA unveiled its Silver Jubilee mural “A World We Make” on Upper Market Street, featuring the Earth, St Kitts and Nevis, young parliamentarians, and the SDGs. Obituary: Anguilla-based entrepreneur and interior designer Susan Jean (née Schrock) Graff died Sept 1, 2026, aged 84.

Public Finance Transparency: Anguilla’s senior political pay is now in the spotlight, with the Premier’s annual compensation reported at EC$386,478, alongside EC$322,065 for ministers and EC$158,553 for MPs—figures described as total compensation including allowances. Regional Diplomacy & Trade: Anguilla’s Premier Cora Richardson-Hodge is in Bermuda for the Caribbean Overseas Territories caucus (Sept 8–12), a UKOT leaders’ forum led by Bermuda Premier David Burt ahead of the November Joint Ministerial Council, with discussions expected to cover economic and financial services resilience, climate, and citizen wellbeing. Digital Governance & AI: Sint Maarten’s Parliament is pushing ahead on digitalisation and AI integration, including a Digital Transformation and AI Workgroup, while also stressing Parliament’s independence and the need for its own agenda-setting rather than waiting on the executive. Business & Risk Finance: The North Carolina Captive Insurance Association honoured Martin Eveleigh with the Lane Brown Award, highlighting his work in captive insurance structures and drafting regulatory guidance for Anguilla and Nevis. Sports & Talent Pipeline: Antigua and Barbuda’s Benna Boys say their 2026/27 Nations League squad will lean heavily on homegrown players, with more locally born talent now coming through overseas academies.

Regional Diplomacy: Anguilla’s Premier Cora Richardson-Hodge is set to join other Caribbean Overseas Territories leaders in Bermuda for the UK Overseas Territories Association Political Council’s Caribbean Caucus (Sept 8–12), led by Bermuda Premier David Burt, with talks expected to cover UK–OT relations, economic and financial services resilience, climate readiness, and regional cooperation. Local Governance & Pay Transparency: Anguilla’s top political salaries have been published, with the Premier’s annual compensation reported at EC$386,478, alongside EC$322,065 for ministers, EC$268,387 for the Speaker, EC$223,656 for parliamentary secretaries, EC$190,263 for the Opposition Leader, and EC$158,553 for MPs. Parliament & Digital Policy: St Maarten’s Parliament ratified a regional responsible AI outcome statement, pushing for ethical governance, data privacy, and information integrity as legislatures modernize. Aviation & Tourism: BermudAir marks its third anniversary with a 30% discount on base fares (promo code BIRTHDAY3) and is expanding routes, including new nonstop service to South Caicos from Dec 20. Tech & Branding: Alibaba has won .ai domain transfers in a Czech arbitration case, highlighting rising brand-protection battles as AI products proliferate. US Politics: Donald Trump posted an AI-style map showing an enlarged US across North America and beyond, without clarifying whether it’s policy.

Political Transparency: Anguilla’s senior office pay is now public, with the Premier earning EC$386,478 annually, ministers EC$322,065, the Opposition Leader EC$190,263, and MPs EC$158,553—figures described as total compensation including allowances, with notes that ministers must buy their own fuel. Regional Diplomacy: Premier Cora Richardson-Hodge will join other Caribbean Overseas Territories leaders in Bermuda for an OT Caribbean Caucus (Sept 8–12), hosted by Bermuda’s Premier E. David Burt. Parliament & Governance: Wescot-Williams says Parliament must set its own agenda and stop relying on the executive, warning that adopted laws have “stranded” at Government; separately, Sint Maarten backed a responsible AI framework discussed in Anguilla. Telecom Costs: A Broadband Genie study ranks the UK 46th globally for average mobile broadband cost at $0.27 per 1GB, highlighting how data pricing varies by market. Aviation & Tourism: BermudAir marks its third anniversary with a 30% fare discount (Sept 3–5 for travel Sept 15–Nov 15) and adds new nonstop service to South Caicos from Dec 20. Tech & IP: Alibaba won .ai domain transfers in a Czech case, adding to growing brand-protection fights over AI-related domain names. Caribbean Culture: “Ancestral Echoes” commemorations marked the 400th anniversary of the Kalinago Massacre and related remembrance events across the region.

Parliamentary Independence: Sarah A. Wescot-Williams says adopted laws are “stranded” at Government and urges Parliament to set its own agenda, research independently, scrutinize ministers, and strengthen financial oversight—while pointing to stalled measures like the plastic-bag ban and timeshare ordinances. Responsible AI Governance: Parliament ratified a regional outcome statement from an Anguilla-hosted June workshop, committing Sint Maarten to ethical AI governance, data privacy, information integrity, and not being left behind as AI accelerates. Aviation & Tourism Deals: BermudAir marks its third anniversary with 30% off published base fares (promo code BIRTHDAY3, Sept. 3–5 for travel Sept. 15–Nov. 15) and is adding new nonstop service to South Caicos from Dec. 20, with fares starting at $347 one way. Regional Parliamentary Digital Age: Nevis is represented at the CPA conference in Jamaica, with Assembly President Michelle Slack-Clarke presenting on maintaining decorum in the digital age, alongside youth parliament participation focused on AI. Brand Protection in AI: Alibaba won key .ai domain transfers in a Czech arbitration case, highlighting how fast-growing AI product names are becoming valuable brand assets and a growing legal battleground. Luxury Travel Demand: A Virtuoso outlook for 2027 points to continued luxury travel growth, with “fall is the new summer” and more high-end experiences driving demand.

Aviation & Tourism: BermudAir marked its third anniversary with a 30% discount on published base fares across routes from all gateways, running Sept. 3–5 for travel Sept. 15–Nov. 15 (promo code BIRTHDAY3), alongside strong August performance (77.1% passenger load factor) and customer satisfaction (Net Promoter Score above 70). New Routes: The airline is also adding twice-weekly nonstop service from Newark to South Caicos starting Dec. 20 through April 25, with fares from $347 one way—cutting a multi-stop journey to about 3.5 hours. Regional Governance & Youth: Nevis is taking part in the 48th Commonwealth Parliamentary Association conference in Jamaica under “Strengthening Parliaments in the Digital Age,” with Assembly President Michelle Slack-Clarke presenting on maintaining parliamentary decorum online, and Nevis youth parliamentarians Shevonne Daniel and KJel Smithen joining a virtual AI-themed youth session Sept. 3. Tech & Branding: China’s Alibaba won court-ordered transfers of several “.ai” domains tied to its products (including alibaba.ai, qwenchat.ai, taobao.ai and tmall.ai), highlighting how AI branding is driving more domain disputes.

Aviation & Tourism Deals: BermudAir marks its third anniversary with a 30% discount on published base fares across all routes, running Sept. 3–5, 2026 for travel Sept. 15–Nov. 15 using promo code BIRTHDAY3; the airline also cites a 77.1% passenger load factor in August and an NPS above 70. New Routes for Regional Travel: BermudAir says it will add New York–South Caicos nonstop service (twice weekly from Newark) starting Dec. 20, with fares from $347 one way, cutting travel time versus the usual Miami/Provo connection; the move comes alongside Turks and Caicos resort activity and a return/expansion of its Anguilla service. Regional Governance & Youth Policy: Nevis is represented at the 48th Commonwealth Parliamentary Association conference in Jamaica under “Strengthening Parliaments in the Digital Age,” with a focus on maintaining parliamentary decorum online, plus a virtual Youth Parliament on Sept. 3 on “Youth Leadership in the Age of Artificial Intelligence.” Brand Protection in Tech: Alibaba has won .ai domain transfers in a Czech arbitration case, adding to a wider trend of big tech pursuing domain recovery as AI product names become valuable brand assets. Cultural Heritage & Reconciliation: Saint Kitts’ “Ancestral Echoes” commemoration marks the 400th anniversary of the Kalinago Massacre and the arrival of enslaved Africans on Liamigua, with calls for enduring justice.

Cultural Heritage & Reconciliation: Saint Kitts’ Department of Cultural Heritage held “Ancestral Echoes” to mark the 400th anniversary of the Kalinago Massacre and the near-simultaneous arrival of the first enslaved Africans on Liamigua (Saint Christopher), with libations, drumming, spiritual healing and calls for enduring justice near Bloody River. Regional Governance & Youth Policy: Nevis is taking part in the 48th Commonwealth Parliamentary Association conference in Jamaica on “Strengthening Parliaments in the Digital Age,” with Assembly President Michelle Slack-Clarke speaking on maintaining parliamentary decorum; Nevis also sent youth parliamentarians to a virtual session on AI. Aviation & Tourism Deals: BermudAir marked its third anniversary with a 30% discount on published base fares (promo code BIRTHDAY3) and reported a 77.1% passenger load factor and NPS above 70; it also plans new nonstop service from Newark to South Caicos starting Dec. 20. Business & IP Watch: Alibaba won key .ai domain transfers in a Czech arbitration case, adding to a growing trend of big tech protecting brand-linked AI domain names. Local Business/Finance Debate: A renewed spotlight is on the Christophe Harbour development and related bank debt and concessions, raising questions about practical sovereignty and public money recovery.

Aviation & Tourism Deals: BermudAir marks its third anniversary with a 30% discount on published base fares (promo code BIRTHDAY3) for travel Sept. 15–Nov. 15, 2026, and highlights strong demand with a 77.1% passenger load factor and NPS above 70. New Routes for the Region: BermudAir adds twice-weekly nonstop service from Newark to South Caicos starting Dec. 20 through Apr. 25, with fares from $347 one way—cutting travel time versus the usual Miami/Provo connections. Anguilla Connectivity: The airline also says its year-old Anguilla service returns with added capacity as part of a broader winter expansion. Regional Governance & Youth: Nevis Island Assembly joins the CPA conference in Jamaica under “Strengthening Parliaments in the Digital Age,” with a focus on maintaining parliamentary decorum online and a virtual Youth Parliament on AI. OECS Procurement Milestone: OECS Pharmaceutical Procurement Service marks its 40th anniversary, underscoring pooled procurement as a model for small states. Brand Protection in Tech: Alibaba wins .ai domain transfers in a Czech arbitration case, adding to the growing legal fight over valuable AI-related domain names. Heritage & Reconciliation: A solemn “Ancestral Echoes” commemoration marks the 400th anniversary of the Kalinago Massacre and the arrival of enslaved Africans on Liamigua (St. Christopher).

Aviation & Tourism Deals: BermudAir marks its third anniversary with a 30% discount on published base fares (promo code BIRTHDAY3) for travel Sept. 15–Nov. 15, 2026, running Sept. 3–5 for bookings. New Routes for the Region: BermudAir also adds twice-weekly nonstop Newark–South Caicos service starting Dec. 20 through April 25, with fares from $347 one way—part of a broader winter expansion that includes more Turks and Caicos and Belize connections, plus a refreshed Anguilla service. Regional Governance & Youth Policy: Nevis is taking part in the 48th Commonwealth Parliamentary Association conference in Jamaica, focusing on “Strengthening Parliaments in the Digital Age,” with a presentation on maintaining parliamentary decorum and a virtual youth parliament session on AI. Brand Protection in Tech: Alibaba has won .ai domain transfers in a Czech arbitration case, joining other big tech in legal action as “model name + AI” domains become more valuable. Local Business/Finance Watch: A St. Kitts–Nevis–Anguilla National Bank debt and concessions debate around the Christophe Harbour development is raising questions about practical sovereignty, enforcement, and public money recovery.

OECS Procurement Milestone: OECS marked the 40th anniversary of the Pharmaceutical Procurement Service, highlighting how pooled buying has helped small states sustain access to medicines through hurricanes, pandemics, and financial shocks. Aviation Deals & Routes: BermudAir turns three with a 30% discount on published base fares (sale Sept. 3–5; travel Sept. 15–Nov. 15, promo code BIRTHDAY3), and is also adding new nonstop service—twice-weekly Newark–South Caicos from Dec. 20 to Apr. 25 with fares starting at $347. Regional Parliamentary Governance: Nevis is sending Assembly President Michelle Slack-Clarke to the CPA conference in Jamaica under “Strengthening Parliaments in the Digital Age,” with Youth Parliament nominees Shevonne Daniel and KJel Smithen joining a virtual session on AI. Brand Protection in Tech: Alibaba has won key rulings in .ai domain disputes, underscoring how fast-growing AI branding is driving more legal action over valuable domain names. Caribbean Tourism Watch: A travel feature lists Caribbean beaches with exceptionally clear water, pointing to reef protection and low sediment runoff as key factors. Business & Investment: Flamboyant Water (St. Croix) secured a strategic investment via a joint venture with Top Dog Cocktails, aiming to expand distribution and launch a premium rum-based RTD line.