AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoChlordecone Compensation: A new law recognizing the State’s responsibility for long-term chlordecone pollution in Guadeloupe and Martinique has taken effect, opening the door to talks on compensation for victims whose illnesses are linked to pesticide exposure; the government has one year to report to Parliament, with funding tied in part to an added levy on tobacco products, alongside priorities like faster cleanup, support for agriculture and fishing, stronger research, and improved care. LGBTQIA+ Community Life: Kréyòl Pride is set to bring unity to Guadeloupe’s queer community on July 25–26 in Basse-Terre, organized by local groups with support from the Maison des Diversités et de l’Inclusion and regional partners, aiming to build bridges with the wider population and allies. Local Culture & Media: Saint-Pierre (the Guadeloupe-set crime drama) has been renewed for season 3, though no release date is confirmed yet; filming is expected to start next month, with new episodes likely landing in 2027. Tourism & Travel Trends: A week of travel coverage highlights how direct flights and smaller-capacity aircraft are making “off-the-grid” Caribbean islands more reachable, feeding demand for less crowded destinations. Sports Spotlight: World Cup coverage spotlights players with Caribbean and diaspora connections, including Iraq’s Aymen Hussein and DR Congo’s Samuel Moutoussamy.
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