AGP Executive Report

Digital Resilience & Early Warnings: Grenada is strengthening disaster preparedness through the Regional Cell Broadcast Emergency Warning System (CB-EWS) project, co-hosting a validation workshop (9–10 June) with other Eastern Caribbean states; the initiative is backed by the ITU and World Bank and aims to improve multi-hazard alerts to safeguard lives and property. Climate Finance & Blue Economy: At last week’s Climate Smart Summit in Barbados, Caribbean entrepreneurs and financiers began active talks on climate-focused funding, including proposals for renewable energy, sustainable tourism, agricultural resilience, and recycling/waste recovery—plus a major blue economy financing platform being tracked over the next 18 months. Coastal Protection for Grenville Bay: WINDREF’s Telescope’s Living Shoreline (TLS) project is moving into contractor prequalification for shoreline stabilisation works (about 550m) at Little Bay in the Grenville Bay Area, targeting coastal and marine protection. CARICOM-Canada Climate Action: Canada and CARICOM renewed a results-focused action plan with pillars on competitive economies, climate action, and regional security, emphasizing timelines, measurable targets, and sustainable financing. Maritime Sustainability: Saudi Arabia launched a “Caribbean Maritime Transport Sustainability” project with the IMO for 14 countries including Grenada, aiming to improve maritime laws and capacity over two years. Weather Watch: A tropical wave is expected to bring increased cloud cover and a few showers to Grenada later this evening into Wednesday.

Canada–CARICOM Climate Action: Canada and CARICOM foreign ministers renewed their partnership at the OAS in Panama, agreeing a results-focused action plan with pillars on competitive, resilient economies, climate action, and regional security—pushing for clear timelines, measurable targets, and sustainable financing. Disaster Readiness via Tech: Grenada is advancing public safety through the Regional Cell Broadcast Emergency Warning System (CB-EWS), co-hosting a validation workshop and linking the effort to ITU and World Bank support for multi-hazard early warnings. Coastal Protection Planning: WINDREF’s Telescope’s Living Shoreline project is moving into contractor prequalification for shoreline stabilisation along Little Bay in Grenville Bay, targeting about 550m of coastal works. Climate Finance Talks: After Barbados’ Climate Smart Summit, Caribbean climate proposals are entering funding discussions, including blue economy and recycling/waste recovery ideas—showing momentum for climate-focused investment pipelines. Regional Maritime Sustainability: Saudi Arabia launched a two-year “Caribbean Maritime Transport Sustainability” project with the IMO to strengthen maritime laws and capacity across 14 countries, including Grenada. Weather Watch: A tropical wave is expected to bring increased cloud and a few showers to Grenada later today into Wednesday. Earthquake Update: A 4.1 quake was felt between Trinidad and Grenada with no immediate damage reported.

Coastal resilience in Grenada: WINDREF is inviting contractors to prequalify for the Telescope’s Living Shoreline project, targeting shoreline stabilisation along about 550m of Little Bay in the Grenville Bay Area, with works planned in the coastal and marine environment. Disaster readiness via telecoms: Grenada is advancing the Regional Cell Broadcast Emergency Warning System (CB-EWS), co-hosting a validation workshop (June 9–10) with other Windward Islands and regional partners under the ITU/World Bank effort to strengthen multi-hazard early warnings. Climate finance talks for the region: Grenada’s Minister Dennis Cornwall represented the country at the OPEC Fund Development Forum in Vienna, where discussions focused on the climate-vulnerable financing gap and climate-resilient development priorities. Regional climate-smart investment pipeline: After Barbados’ Climate Smart Summit, Caribbean projects are moving into funding talks, including recycling and waste recovery proposals and blue economy financing ideas. Earthquake update: A 4.1 magnitude quake was felt across parts of Trinidad and Tobago with the epicentre in waters between Trinidad and Grenada; no immediate damage was reported. Maritime sustainability support: Saudi Arabia launched a “Caribbean Maritime Transport Sustainability” project with the IMO to strengthen maritime laws across 14 countries including Grenada.

Digital Resilience: Grenada is strengthening disaster preparedness through participation in the Regional Cell Broadcast Emergency Warning System (CB-EWS) project, co-hosting a validation workshop with regional partners and backing multi-hazard early warnings. Climate Finance Diplomacy: Finance Minister Dennis Cornwall represented Grenada at the OPEC Fund Development Forum in Vienna, where leaders discussed the climate-vulnerability financing gap and the push for more climate-resilient, inclusive development. Coastal Protection: WINDREF is inviting contractors to prequalify for the Telescope’s Living Shoreline project in Grenville Bay, targeting shoreline stabilisation along about 550m of coast at Little Bay. Regional Energy & Policy: Grenada’s PM Dickon Mitchell is set to lead a delegation to Suriname’s oil and gas summit, aiming to learn how to manage energy resources responsibly and sustainably. Weather Watch: A tropical wave is expected to bring increased cloud cover and a few showers to Grenada later today into Wednesday, with no cyclone activity expected in the next 48 hours. Earthquake Update: A 4.1 magnitude quake was felt across Trinidad and Tobago with the epicentre in waters between Trinidad and Grenada, with no immediate damage reported.

Digital Transformation: Grenada’s PM Dickon Mitchell urged CARICOM to move faster on digital transformation, linking it to economic resilience, national security, and sustainable development, and calling for collective action on AI, digital trade, data governance, and cybersecurity. Climate Resilience & Disaster Response: Jamaica said it stands ready to support Venezuela’s relief and recovery after a deadly 4.1 quake, recalling the region’s recent hurricane impacts including Beryl’s early arrival. Maritime Sustainability: Saudi Arabia launched a “Caribbean Maritime Transport Sustainability” project with the IMO for 14 countries, including Grenada, aiming to strengthen maritime laws and help states implement key IMO rules. Weather Watch: Grenada’s Meteorological Services flagged a tropical wave expected to bring increased cloud cover and a few showers later this evening into Wednesday. Biodiversity & Oceans: A new push in the U.S. targets whale and dolphin bycatch by challenging seafood imports from countries accused of exceeding marine mammal harm limits. Local Environment & Livelihoods: North Leeward residents and officials are debating Grenada’s Roseau River sand and aggregate project, with critics warning it could become “quarry number two” and threaten fishing and farming.

Climate Finance: The IFC says it will invest up to US$15M in the Caribbean Community Resilience Fund’s debt sub-fund, aiming to expand access to financing for medium-sized enterprises and resilience projects across 13 countries, including Grenada. Digital Resilience: Grenada’s PM Dickon Mitchell urged CARICOM ministers to move faster on digital transformation, linking it to economic resilience, security, and sustainable development, and calling for collective action on AI, digital trade, data governance, and cybersecurity. Maritime Sustainability: Saudi Arabia launched a “Caribbean Maritime Transport Sustainability” project with the IMO for 14 Caribbean states, including Grenada, to strengthen maritime laws and help countries ratify and implement key IMO instruments. Hurricane Aftermath & Disaster Solidarity: Jamaica pledged support for Venezuela’s earthquake relief, pointing to the region’s recent experience with major storms like Beryl and Hurricane Melissa. Weather Watch: A tropical wave is expected to bring more cloud and a few showers to Grenada later this evening into Wednesday, with no cyclone expected in the next 48 hours. Earthquake Update: A 4.1 magnitude quake was felt across Trinidad and Tobago, with the epicentre in waters between Trinidad and Grenada; no immediate damage reported.

Earthquake Watch: A 4.1 magnitude quake was felt across Trinidad and Tobago on June 24, with the epicentre reported in waters between Trinidad and Grenada (about 13 km deep). Residents described brief tremors, and there were no immediate reports of damage or injuries. Maritime Sustainability: Saudi Arabia and the IMO launched a two-year “Caribbean Maritime Transport Sustainability” project for 14 countries, including Grenada, aiming to strengthen maritime laws and help states ratify and implement key IMO rules. Climate Finance Pipeline: After Barbados’ Climate Smart Summit, Caribbean projects are moving into funding talks, including proposals for clean-up infrastructure, recycling and waste recovery, and other resilience-focused work. Digital Resilience Push: Grenada’s PM Dickon Mitchell urged CARICOM to accelerate digital transformation, stressing that small states must act together on AI, digital trade, data governance and cybersecurity. Local Weather: Grenada’s Tropical Weather Outlook flags a tropical wave expected to bring more cloud and a few showers later this evening into Wednesday. Coastal Access Debate: A report raises concerns that beachfront development is restricting practical access to Caribbean beaches, even where public access is legally protected. Regional Resilience Funding: The IFC says it will invest up to US$15m in the Caribbean Community Resilience Fund debt sub-fund, targeting resilience and sustainability projects across 13 countries.

Climate Finance: After Barbados’ Climate Smart Summit, Caribbean climate pitches are moving into funding talks, including a US$2.5m push for Kingston Harbour clean-up, a US$45m blue economy platform, and recycling and waste recovery proposals—showing where money could flow over the next 18 months. Maritime Sustainability: Saudi Arabia launched a “Caribbean Maritime Transport Sustainability” project with the IMO for 14 countries, aiming to strengthen maritime laws and capacity over two years—Grenada is listed among beneficiaries. Digital Resilience: Grenada’s PM Dickon Mitchell urged CARICOM to speed up digital transformation, stressing regional action on cybersecurity and rules around AI, digital trade, and data governance. OECS Integration: OECS leaders marked 45 years of regional cooperation and set priorities at the 78th Authority meeting in Antigua, with climate resilience and implementation highlighted. Local Weather: A tropical wave is expected to bring more cloud and a few showers to Grenada later this evening into Wednesday. Land & Water Stewardship: CYEN Grenada marked World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought, calling for better rangeland management to protect grazing lands, soil, and food security.

Climate Finance: The IFC says it will invest up to US$15M in the Caribbean Community Resilience Fund debt sub-fund, aiming to expand financing for resilience and sustainability projects across 13 countries, including Grenada. Regional Resilience & Adaptation: A Caribbean Climate-Smart Summit investor forum in Barbados has moved climate pitches into funding talks, including proposals for clean-up, recycling, renewable energy, sustainable tourism, and agricultural resilience. Maritime Sustainability: Saudi Arabia launched a “Caribbean Maritime Transport Sustainability” project with the IMO for 14 Caribbean states, including Grenada, to strengthen maritime laws and help countries ratify and implement key IMO instruments. OECS Integration: OECS leaders opened the 78th Authority Meeting in Antigua, with renewed focus on economic development, climate resilience, food and energy security, and regional integration. Digital Transformation: Grenada’s PM Dickon Mitchell urged faster CARICOM action on digital transformation, linking it to resilience, security, and sustainable development. Local Environment & Land Use: In St George’s, Grenada, officials defended a push to deepen ties with Africa, while a separate Grenada-focused story highlights youth-led action on desertification and drought, calling for rangeland restoration and better land stewardship.

Climate risk finance: Grenada’s government says it will spend over US$2 million this year to renew Caribbean Catastrophe Risk Insurance Facility (CCRIF) coverage, after receiving US$44.04 million following Hurricane Beryl, with premiums rising due to recent regional disaster activity. Regional climate resilience funding: The World Bank’s IFC plans to invest up to US$15 million in the Caribbean Community Resilience Fund (CCRF) debt sub-fund, targeting resilience and sustainability projects across 13 countries including Grenada. Weather watch: A tropical wave is expected to bring increased cloud cover and a few showers to Grenada later this evening into Wednesday, with no cyclone activity expected in the next 48 hours. Digital resilience push: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell called for urgent CARICOM-wide action to accelerate digital transformation, linking it to economic resilience, security, and sustainable development. Youth land stewardship: CYEN Grenada marks World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought, urging recognition, respect, and restoration of rangelands as pasture pressures grow. Environment and access debate: North Leeward residents and officials clash over the Roseau River sand and aggregate project, with critics warning it could become “quarry number two” and threaten livelihoods. Marine life protection: A U.S. lawsuit targets seafood imports over alleged bycatch harms to whales and dolphins, arguing regulators aren’t enforcing protections. Education for sustainability: ECCB names Phillip John (SVG) as the 2026 Thomas De La Rue Scholar, studying Environmental Data Science and Machine Learning at Imperial College London.

Tropical Weather: A tropical wave is expected to bring more cloud and a few showers to Grenada later this evening into Wednesday, with no cyclone activity expected in the next 48 hours. Regional Climate Finance: Grenada’s disaster protection gets a boost as CCRIF coverage renews, with the country having received US$44.04M after Hurricane Beryl and set to spend over US$2M this year to keep hurricane and extreme-rainfall insurance in place. OECS & Climate Resilience: OECS leaders meet in Antigua to set priorities including climate resilience, food and energy security, and regional integration—key themes for small island planning. Digital Transformation: Grenada’s PM Dickon Mitchell urges CARICOM to move faster on digital transformation, linking it to resilience, security, and sustainable development. Energy & Sustainability: Mitchell leads a Grenada delegation to Suriname’s oil and gas summit to learn how to manage energy resources responsibly and sustainably. Nature & Community: CYEN Grenada marks World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought, calling for youth-led action to recognise, respect, and restore rangelands. Local Environment Tourism: The Grenada Tourism Authority launches a National Beautification Competition ahead of the Flower and Garden Festival, pushing cleaner, greener community spaces. Marine Life Protection: A U.S. lawsuit targets seafood imports over alleged bycatch harm to whales and dolphins, highlighting how fishing practices can threaten marine biodiversity.

OECS Authority Meeting: OECS leaders opened the 78th Authority Meeting in Antigua, with priorities including economic development, climate resilience, food and energy security, and regional integration. CARICOM Digital Push: Grenada PM Dickon Mitchell urged faster CARICOM-wide digital transformation, linking it to resilience, security, and sustainable development, and calling for collective action on AI, digital trade, data governance, and cybersecurity. Climate Finance Boost: The IFC will invest up to US$15M into the Caribbean Community Resilience Fund’s debt sub-fund across 13 countries, aiming to expand financing for resilience and sustainability projects. Disaster Insurance Update: Grenada received US$44.04M from CCRIF after Hurricane Beryl and is budgeting over US$2M to keep hurricane and disaster coverage active as premiums rise. Land & Livelihoods Watch: Officials say a Roseau River sand and aggregate project is not “another quarry,” but residents and advocates warn it could repeat Richmond’s impacts on fishing and farming. Youth & Land Stewardship: CYEN Grenada marked World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought, urging youth to recognize, respect, and restore degraded rangelands. Blue Economy Loss: The Caribbean blue economy community mourned Dr. Shelly-Ann Cox, credited with advancing initiatives like DigiFish for fisherfolk.

OECS Authority Meeting in Antigua: OECS leaders opened the 78th Authority Meeting (June 21–22) with priorities including economic development, climate resilience, regional security, and food and energy security, chaired by PM Dr. Gaston Browne. Regional Climate Finance: The CARICOM Community Resilience Fund is set to receive up to US$15M from the World Bank’s IFC to expand access to financing for resilience and sustainability projects across 13 countries, including Grenada. Grenada Disaster Protection: Grenada says it is spending over US$2M this year to renew CCRIF hurricane and extreme rainfall coverage, with premiums rising after recent regional storms. Ocean Governance in Grenada: Grenada’s Blue Economy and Marine Affairs launched a National Framework for sustainable Ocean Governance (US$300,000), aiming for climate-resilient, inclusive growth tied to livelihoods, food security, and fish exports. Youth Land Restoration: CYEN Grenada marked World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought with a focus on rangelands—recognise, respect, restore—highlighting pressures from overgrazing, deforestation, and erosion. Education for Resilience: UNESCO media and information literacy training brought special education teachers (including from Grenada) into digital, inclusive learning practices. Biodiversity Note: A roundup highlights the diversity of opossums, including species that can eat venomous snakes.

Biodiversity Spotlight: A new feature highlights the diversity of opossums worldwide, including species beyond the Virginia opossum, and notes how some can even handle venomous snakes—an upbeat reminder that “pests” can be important wildlife. Ocean Governance in Grenada: Grenada’s Blue Economy and Marine Affairs ministry has welcomed the launch of “Grenada’s National Framework for sustainable Ocean Governance,” a US$300,000 project aimed at protecting the marine environment while supporting livelihoods, food security, exports and tourism. Climate Risk Finance: Grenada is set to pay over US$2 million this year to renew CCRIF coverage, following payouts after Hurricane Beryl, as the country strengthens financial defenses against hurricanes and extreme rainfall. Land & Food Security: CYEN Grenada marks World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought, urging youth to “Recognise, Respect, Restore” rangelands amid pressures like overgrazing, deforestation and soil erosion. Regional Resilience Funding: The IFC confirmed up to US$15 million for the CARICOM Community Resilience Fund debt sub-fund, targeting resilience and sustainability projects across 13 countries. Community Environment Action: The Grenada Tourism Authority, with the 4-H Unit, has opened registration for a National Beautification Competition ahead of the Flower and Garden Festival, pushing cleaner, greener public spaces. Marine Conservation & Trade Pressure: A U.S. lawsuit seeks to halt seafood imports from fisheries accused of harming whales and dolphins through bycatch, spotlighting how ocean protection can hinge on enforcement and trade rules.

Ocean Governance in Grenada: Grenada’s Blue Economy and Marine Affairs ministry has launched a National Framework for sustainable Ocean Governance, funded by US$300,000, aiming to protect the marine environment while supporting climate resilience, ocean-based livelihoods, and food security. Climate Risk Finance: Grenada is renewing CCRIF hurricane and extreme rainfall coverage, with a payout history including US$44.04m after Hurricane Beryl, while the country also maintains disaster protection financing to safeguard lives and livelihoods. Land & Livelihoods: CYEN Grenada marked World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought with a focus on rangelands—urging youth to recognise, respect, and restore degraded grazing areas threatened by overgrazing, erosion, and dry spells. Coastal Access Pressure: A regional report highlights growing concerns that beach access can be restricted by foreign beachfront development, echoing long-running fights over public shoreline rights. Community Greening: The Grenada Tourism Authority launched a National Beautification Competition ahead of the Flower and Garden Festival, pushing cleaner, greener public spaces through school and community projects.

Ocean & Wildlife Protection: U.S. groups are suing to stop seafood imports from eight countries over alleged marine mammal bycatch, arguing regulators aren’t enforcing the Marine Mammal Protection Act. CARICOM Digital Resilience: Grenada’s PM Dickon Mitchell urged faster regional digital transformation, linking it to economic resilience, cybersecurity, and preparedness for AI and digital trade rules. Climate Finance for Resilience: The IFC confirmed up to US$15M into the CARICOM Community Resilience Fund debt sub-fund, with Grenada among 13 countries, aiming to expand financing for resilience and sustainability projects. Blue Economy Governance: Grenada’s Blue Economy and Marine Affairs launched a National Framework for sustainable Ocean Governance (US$300,000), focusing on ocean protection, climate resilience, and inclusive growth with fishing communities. Disaster Risk Insurance: Grenada renewed CCRIF coverage, receiving US$44.04M after Hurricane Beryl and budgeting over US$2M this year to insure against hurricanes and extreme rainfall. Land & Drought Action: CYEN Grenada marked World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought, urging youth to “Recognise, Respect, Restore” rangelands under pressure from overgrazing and erosion. Community Greening: The Grenada Tourism Authority launched a National Beautification Competition ahead of the Flower and Garden Festival, with registration open until 30 June.