AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoChlordecone Legal Closure: A Paris court has rejected a bid to reopen the probe into chlordecone (Kepone) contamination in Guadeloupe and Martinique, ending a case that began in 2008 after complaints from farmers and health and environmental groups; the court said too much time had passed for criminal convictions, while still acknowledging a “health scandal” and long-lasting environmental damage. Banana Sector & Tour de France: Bananas of Guadeloupe & Martinique is back with its KM 97 charity drive during Tour de France Stage 7, with a public QR-code campaign (each scan triggers a banana donation) supporting Restos du Cœur, plus fruit distribution and events along the route. Regional Integration Spotlight: As the OECS marks its 45th anniversary, coverage highlights practical gains for member territories, including the OECS Economic Union and the Eastern Caribbean Currency Union—relevant for Guadeloupe’s regional ties. Justice Mobilization in France: A Paris protest at Place de la Bastille renewed calls for justice and compensation for victims of Agent Orange and chlordecone contamination, with legal developments expected around appeals tied to both cases. Guadeloupe Community Life: Kréyòl Pride is set for late July in Basse-Terre, aiming to bring together LGBTQIA+ people, allies, and the wider public around unity and inclusion.
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