AGP Executive Report
Last update: 1 hours agoCentral Banking & Payments: Central Bank Governor Kevin Greenidge reassured Barbadians that BimPay’s safeguards protect users’ data, while noting work continues to address payment-related issues. Regional Security & Diplomacy: Barbados’ foreign minister Christopher Sinckler co-chaired Canada-CARICOM talks in Panama, where ministers backed a renewed action plan focused on resilient economies, climate action and regional security. Reparations Push: Minister Trevor Prescod says Barbados will take its slavery reparations case to the UN in a joint effort with the African Union after discussions in Ghana with Prime Minister Mia Mottley. Co-ops & Community Finance: Cooperatives leaders marked International Cooperatives Day, calling for unity and peace, and highlighting continued growth across Barbados’ cooperative sector. Heritage & Youth Skills: Youth and Culture Minister Shane Archer said Barbados’ heritage can drive jobs and entrepreneurship, pointing to the Landship Teachers’ Certification and Heritage Games Programme. Education & Outcomes: Teachers at Hilda Skeene Primary argued public school success depends on parental involvement and resources, amid debate over Common Entrance results. Fraud Alert: UWI warned of an unauthorised website using its branding and collecting personal data.
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