AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoVoter Confirmation Push: The Dominica Business Forum is urging a national push to get eligible voters confirmed or registered before the October 15 deadline, warning participation is too low and calling for a public discussion on September 15. Agriculture & Labour: Agriculture Minister Roland Royer says a new migrant farm labour policy is bringing 100+ migrant farmers into Dominica’s agricultural sector to ease labour shortages. Tourism Infrastructure: Tourism Minister Denise Charles Pemberton says Dominica is on track for a $1B tourism industry, while the cable car project continues advancing at key sites, with the route expected to be completed in late 2026. Airport & Credibility Debate (Op-Ed): An op-ed argues Dominica’s international airport push must also protect the “passport” side of mobility, as US access tightens for many Dominicans. Crime/Courts: A port officer is allegedly arrested over suspected cannabis importation, and police officer Joshua Hamlet has been remanded until October 2 after being charged with the murder of teen Jerbiah Paul; a second officer, Jean-Luc Langlais, was also charged earlier. National Security: Rayburn Blackmoore says China and the US are supporting upgrades to Dominica’s security capacity, including an operational ballistic identification system and forensic training. Water Services: DOWASCO apologizes for unscheduled interruptions and low water pressure after heavy rainfall caused high turbidity at the treatment plant.
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