AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoFuel & Inflation Pressure: Jamaica’s latest fuel-price jump is putting fresh strain on the Bank of Jamaica’s inflation fight, with Petrojam regular gasoline up about 25% since late February as Middle East shipping disruptions tighten global energy supplies. Tourism Crunch: Travel consultant Claire Robinson warns that fast-changing airline fares can derail destination-wedding plans, calling for better airline–hotel coordination. Airport Retail Push: NMIA operator PACKAL will soon invite bids for a major expansion of shops, restaurants and duty-free at Norman Manley International, aiming to lift non-aeronautical revenue as Latin America/Europe traffic grows. Drought Response: Agriculture Minister Floyd Green says a $145m mini-water catchment pond programme, plus mulch, drip irrigation and water trucks, is geared to protect farmers if drier, hotter conditions persist. Trade & Investment: Delano Seiveright’s mission to Ireland and the UK is set to deepen business ties, while CARICOM tourism leaders are urged to treat tourism as the region’s top economic priority. Creative Economy Debate: Opposition culture spokesperson Nekeisha Burchell argues Jamaica must move beyond “viral moments” and build year-round cultural tourism and live entertainment.
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