AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoUK-Caribbean Finance: At the Commonwealth summit, UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham set out plans for a debt reset and stronger trade, alongside £40 million for Caribbean infrastructure, including renewable energy. He ruled out reparations. Climate Investment: Barbados says climate and biodiversity goals must be built into budgets and investment plans. Minister Marsha Caddle called for development banks to fund project preparation and institutional capacity, and pointed to the country’s 2035 plan, which includes 15 targets. Digital Economy: BiMPay transactions have reached $6 billion, while Barbados has been recognised for attracting investment in its digital economy. Economic Outlook: Barbados’ growth slowed to 1.4%, though the Central Bank says the outlook remains positive.
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