AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoTourism Policy & Regional Strategy: Jamaica is pushing for stronger ocean governance and support for Small Island Developing States to grow “blue economy” sectors, noting tourism’s big role in jobs and GDP. Caribbean Tourism Supply-Side: The Caribbean Tourism Organisation launched a Tourism Supply Side Initiative in New York aimed at making tourism deliver more value locally, with Jamaica’s Edmund Bartlett set to chair a new ministerial committee. Connectivity for Visitors: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes signed an interline agreement to sell single-ticket itineraries across the Caribbean and onward to Europe, with baggage checked through. Air & Cruise Disruptions: A Norwegian cruise in Alaska cut port time after a propulsion issue, while New York’s World Cup travel push has businesses gearing up for fan arrivals. Resilience & Recovery: Prime Minister Holness urged private insurers to speed up Hurricane Melissa claim settlements, warning delays are slowing Jamaica’s recovery. Marine Risks Watch: A report warns offshore oil and gas expansion could threaten marine ecosystems—an issue with direct relevance to Jamaica’s tourism product.
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