AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoUNGA Walkout: Dozens of delegations left the UN General Assembly hall as Benjamin Netanyahu began his address, with Dominica among the countries reported to have walked out, underscoring deep regional anger over Israel’s Gaza war. Climate Finance Push: President Sylvanie Burton told the UN Dominica needs resilience funding before disasters strike, calling for faster, concessional support and a shift from post-crisis rebuilding to prevention. Geothermal Milestone: Burton also said Dominica’s geothermal plant is now in commercial operation, lifting renewable electricity to about 84% and supporting a 100% renewables goal by 2030. Parliament & Banking: The House passed the Banking Amendment Bill 2026 to strengthen ECCB oversight, consumer protection, and fair treatment of bank customers. Digital Skills for Governance: Dominica State College launched a student-led Youth Internet Governance Lab to study campus connectivity issues and policy questions. Finance for Resilience: Finance Minister Dr. Irving McIntyre sought parliamentary approval for an EC$68.6m IDA credit facility tied to fiscal and climate resilience. Wildlife Rules: A temporary hunting season runs Oct 1–Dec 31, 2026 for licensed hunters, with strict limits and penalties. Tech & Crypto Fallout: Tether says its EQIBank exposure is under 0.034% while EQIBank fights a US seizure tied to Capstone-linked funds. Local Politics: Ashma McDougall was sworn in as Roseau North MP after winning the Sept. 7 by-election.
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