AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoFood Security & Youth Nutrition: The Zero Hunger Trust Fund launched its EU-funded regional project “Cultivating Futures – Empowering Youths for a Food Secure Region,” using 10 schools in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, St. Lucia, Grenada and Dominica to boost sustainable food systems, nutrition, education and climate resilience over 18 months. Public Health Partnerships: SVG’s Health Minister signed an MoU with India to strengthen pharmaceutical standards and support affordable medicine access through dedicated outlets, including alignment with the Indian Pharmacopoeia. Humanitarian Health Support: SVG joined CARICOM’s response to Venezuela’s June 24 earthquakes, sending 88 containers including food, medicines, debris-removal equipment and 300 water tanks to help affected communities recover. Workplace Health & Safety: Fisheries Division HQ rehabilitation at Kingstown Fish Market is underway after mould and water intrusion from ventilation tower deterioration; repairs and upgrades are budgeted at EC$580,000 with an expected six-week timeline. Community Health & Safety: Bequia’s police launched a campaign to remove abandoned and illegally parked vehicles to improve road safety and protect public health and the environment. Public Health & Access: OECS Commission extended the deadline for Blue Economy MSME matching grants (Window 2) to July 24, supporting value-chain groups that can strengthen local livelihoods and resilience.
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