AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoIMF Deal, No “Programme” Talk: Barbados has signed a staff-level agreement with the IMF for a 36-month precautionary Stand-By Arrangement of about US$260m, with Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley stressing it’s “insurance” and not another IMF programme—meant to protect against external shocks while Barbados pushes its BERT 2026 reforms. Digital Push: Finance Minister Ryan Straughn is urging businesses and the public to adopt BimPay as the central bank rolls it out soon, arguing it will cut delays and free people to focus on growth and productivity. Compliance Spotlight: Barbados’ FATF Action Plan teams were honoured at State House after helping secure removal from the FATF Grey list and the EU Black List. Climate Finance Access: A CDB-loss and damage workshop in Bridgetown prepares 15 eligible countries for a US$250m grant window, aiming to turn climate needs into bankable projects. Regional Business Momentum: The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill signed a master franchise deal to expand across Guyana and seven Caribbean markets. Security Update: Police are investigating a shooting incident in St Michael after a patrol confrontation; no injuries were reported.
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