AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 minutes agoYouth Vaping Alarm: A Caribbean youth advocate says teen vaping is spreading fast because students can buy devices easily in shops or online, with flavours masking the risks of nicotine addiction—even when products claim “0% nicotine.” Tourism Leadership in New York: Barbados’ tourism minister Ian Gooding-Edghill and CTO leaders kick off Caribbean Week in New York under “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences,” with a packed agenda on marketing, airlift and partnerships, plus Henry Harteveldt set to keynote on airline trends. Big Banking Deal: Carey Olsen advised Butterfield on its $1.8bn acquisition of CIBC Caribbean’s 91.7% stake, a move expected to expand cross-border payments, consumer/merchant banking and digital infrastructure across multiple jurisdictions. Barbados Port Under Cyber Threat: Barbados Port Inc. says hackers have repeatedly targeted the Port of Bridgetown, warning that a successful attack could disrupt cargo and supply chains. Energy Cost Pressure: The Fair Trading Commission approved BLPC’s request to recover rental-generator costs via the fuel clause adjustment, likely lifting electricity bills. Local Business Milestone: Roberts Manufacturing’s Barbados Stock Exchange listing is hailed as a vote of confidence and a boost for investor engagement. Youth Outreach: Barbados’ Division of Youth Affairs launches a mobile community programme bringing registration and mentorship to neighbourhoods.
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