AGP Executive Report

Health Update in the Caribbean: St. Kitts and Nevis PM Terrance Drew says he’s in “good spirits” and stable in South Florida after a medical scare that regional reports linked to a stroke; he was treated first in Martinique and then flown to Miami for further tests, while officials and Drew’s team have not fully confirmed the diagnosis publicly. Martinique Security: Three shootings in three days across Martinique—one in Fort-de-France (Toquade/ Renéville), another in Lamentin that killed a 17-year-old, and a third in Sainte-Thérèse (Canal Alaric)—have renewed calls for tougher security and better control of firearms. Water Disruption: Some areas of St Michael, St George and Christ Church face no water or low pressure due to work at the Ionics Desalination Plant, with long lists of affected streets and villages. Culture & Media: France’s TV content exports fell 21.6% in 2025 to €164.3 million, with fiction down sharply and documentary gaining share—an economic hit that could ripple into Caribbean-facing programming. Sports & Tourism: The Republic Bank Saint Lucia International Billfish Tournament is back on track with more boats already signed up, aiming for a record turnout later this month.

St. Kitts and Nevis Health Update: Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew says he is in “good spirits” and stable as doctors continue evaluations in South Florida after a reported stroke; he describes symptoms starting Sunday (nausea, vomiting, neck pain, dizziness, balance trouble), treatment first in Martinique, then further checks in Miami, while urging people not to ignore warning signs. Martinique Security: Martinique faces renewed alarm after three shootings in three days around Fort-de-France and nearby areas, including a fatal attack on a 17-year-old; authorities say investigations are underway and renewed pressure is mounting for stronger control of firearms. Water Disruption: Some schools and businesses in parts of St Michael, St George and Christ Church are set for no water or low pressure for several days due to work at the Ionics Desalination Plant. Regional Aviation Disruption: Flights to Miami were affected by a temporary ground stop after an incident involving an Amazon cargo plane; some American Airlines routes were diverted to San Juan, including a flight from Fort-de-France. Sports & Culture: The Republic Bank Saint Lucia International Billfish Tournament is underway with hopes of a record turnout, and St. Barth’s Caribbean Rum Awards are nearing with blind judging and a “World Championship” rum showdown.

Public Safety: Martinique faced three shootings in three days, including a 17-year-old killed in Lamentin and two other victims wounded in Fort-de-France and Sainte-Thérèse, renewing calls for tougher control of firearms and stronger security response. Regional Health: St. Kitts and Nevis PM Terrance Drew says he is in good spirits and stable in South Florida after a medical scare; he was treated first in Martinique, then flown to Miami for further tests, with the stroke diagnosis still not officially confirmed in detail. Aviation Disruption: LMM Airport in Martinique received diverted flights after a temporary Miami closure following an incident involving an Amazon Prime Air cargo plane. Caribbean Aviation: Caribbean Airlines outlined a transformation push to improve operations, customer service and financial sustainability, including new onboard and duty-free initiatives. Culture & Tourism: The World’s Best Rums are set to go head-to-head at the Caribbean Rum Awards St Barth, featuring blind judging across both molasses rum and rhum agricole traditions. Sports: Saint Lucia’s junior surfing team is competing at the ISA World Junior Championships in El Salvador, with training that included Martinique.

Health Update (St. Kitts & Nevis): Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew says he is in “good spirits” and stable in South Florida after a weekend illness that Martinique media had reported as a stroke; Drew detailed symptoms including nausea, vomiting, neck pain, dizziness and balance trouble, and said doctors are still investigating. Regional Care Link (Martinique): Multiple reports say Drew was treated first at the University Hospital of Martinique (CHUM) before travelling to Miami for further checks, with his team and the St. Kitts government not publicly confirming the exact diagnosis. Security (Martinique): Martinique faced three shootings in three days, including a fatal attack on a 17-year-old in Lamentin and two other gun incidents around Fort-de-France, renewing calls for stronger control of firearms. Culture & Tourism (St. Barth / Martinique ties): The Caribbean Rum Awards St Barth are approaching, spotlighting both molasses rums and rhum agricole traditions rooted in Martinique and Guadeloupe. Sports (Caribbean): Saint Lucia’s junior surfers head to the ISA World Junior Championships in El Salvador, with training that included Martinique.

Health Update (Regional): St. Kitts and Nevis PM Terrance Drew says he is in “good spirits” and stable while doctors continue evaluations in South Florida, after he reported symptoms including nausea, vomiting, neck pain, dizziness and balance trouble; Martinique media had earlier reported he was treated for a stroke at the University Hospital of Martinique, but the diagnosis was not officially confirmed by his government. Local Security (Martinique): Martinique faced three shootings in three days, including a teenager killed in Lamentin and two other victims seriously injured in Fort-de-France area incidents, renewing calls for stronger control of firearms. Culture & Tourism (Caribbean): The Caribbean Rum Awards St Barth are nearing, with blind judging bringing together molasses-based rum and rhum agricole traditions, including Martinique and Guadeloupe producers. Sports (Martinique-linked): A French military platoon from Martinique wrapped up urban-warfare exercises in Curaçao, training alongside regional partners. Entertainment (Caribbean): Netflix’s Danish thriller “The Secret Woman” is topping charts in multiple countries, including Martinique.

Health Update Across the Caribbean: St. Kitts and Nevis PM Dr. Terrance Drew says he’s in “good spirits” and stable in South Florida, after a weekend illness that led to treatment first in Martinique and then further checks in Miami; he described nausea, vomiting, neck pain, dizziness and balance trouble, and stressed doctors are still investigating. Martinique Care Spotlight: Martinique media reports say Drew was treated at the University Hospital in Martinique and stabilized, but the stroke diagnosis hasn’t been officially confirmed by St. Kitts and Nevis. Local Security Concern: Martinique faced three shootings in three days, including a fatal attack in Lamentin and serious injuries in Fort-de-France and Sainte-Thérèse, renewing calls for stronger control of firearms. Culture & Tourism: The World’s top rums are set to compete at the Caribbean Rum Awards St Barth, a major blind-judging event that highlights both molasses rum and rhum agricole with deep Martinique roots. Regional Climate Watch: Caribbean leaders are warning of a potential drought and heat crisis into 2027 as El Niño strengthens, putting water, farming and public health under pressure.

Health & Regional Cooperation: St. Kitts and Nevis Prime Minister Terrance Drew says he is in stable condition and “in good spirits” after a reported stroke, with Martinique media earlier saying he was treated at the University Hospital of Martinique (CHUM) and then flown to South Florida for further tests; Drew urged people not to ignore warning signs and thanked Martinique healthcare professionals, while the diagnosis details remain unconfirmed by St. Kitts and Nevis officials. Public Safety: Martinique faces fresh alarm after three shootings in three days around Fort-de-France and Lamentin, including a teenager killed and other victims seriously injured, renewing calls for stronger security and tighter control of firearms. Regional Security Training: A French platoon from Martinique wrapped urban-warfare exercises in Curaçao, training with local forces and focusing on amphibious skills and rapid withdrawal. Agriculture & Food Systems: A youth and women in agriculture symposium in the region highlighted the urgency of keeping farming and food production priorities front and center.

Health Update Across the Region: St. Kitts and Nevis PM Terrance Drew says he is in “good spirits” and stable in South Florida after a medical scare that was first treated in Martinique; he reported nausea, vomiting, neck pain, dizziness and balance trouble, and stressed doctors are still running tests. Martinique as a Care Hub: Martinique media earlier reported Drew was treated at CHUM under intensive-care specialist Professor Dabor Resière and that his condition stabilized before he was flown to Miami for further checks—though the stroke diagnosis was not officially confirmed in detail. Regional Solidarity: Prime Minister Godwin Friday publicly extended best wishes for Drew’s speedy recovery. Local Security Concern: Martinique faced three shootings in three days, including a teen killed in Lamentin and two other victims injured in Fort-de-France area incidents, renewing calls for stronger gun control and security response.

Health Update (St. Kitts & Nevis): Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew says he is in “good spirits” and stable in South Florida, after a weekend illness that led to treatment first in Martinique and then further checks in Miami. He described symptoms including persistent nausea and vomiting, pain on the left side of his neck, mild headache, dizziness, and balance problems, adding that doctors are still investigating and he is urging people not to ignore warning signs. Regional Care Link (Martinique): Martinique media earlier reported Drew was treated at the University Hospital of Martinique (CHUM) and stabilized, but St. Kitts and Nevis has not publicly confirmed the reported stroke diagnosis. Security (Martinique): Separate local coverage highlights three shootings in three days across Fort-de-France and nearby areas, renewing calls for stronger security and tighter control of firearms. Regional Cooperation (Defense): A French platoon from Martinique wrapped up urban and amphibious training in Curaçao with local forces, underscoring joint readiness in the Caribbean.

Health & Regional Politics: St. Kitts and Nevis Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew says he is in “good spirits” and stable while medical checks continue in South Florida, after reports that he suffered a stroke and was treated in Martinique before being flown to Miami for further evaluation. Security in Martinique: Martinique faces fresh alarm after three shootings in three days, including a teenager killed in Lamentin and two other victims in Fort-de-France and Sainte-Thérèse, renewing calls for stronger control of firearms. Regional Cooperation: French troops based in Martinique wrapped up training in Curaçao, running amphibious drills and urban tactical exercises with local forces to boost joint readiness. Sports (Regional): Saint Lucia’s junior surfing team heads to the ISA World Junior Championships in El Salvador, with training across the Caribbean including Martinique. Environment Watch: The Caribbean is bracing for a possible drought and heat crisis into 2027 as El Niño strengthens, raising pressure on water, farming, and public health.

Health & Regional Leadership: St Kitts and Nevis PM Terrance Drew was confirmed to have suffered a stroke after being admitted to CHUM in Martinique on Aug. 31, with his condition reported as stabilized; he left the University Hospital on Sept. 2 and is now in Miami for further checks at Baptist Hospital, while officials say he’s not expected to have lasting effects and no return date has been announced. Public Safety: Martinique faced three shootings in three days, including a teenager killed in Lamentin and two other victims shot in Fort-de-France and Sainte-Thérèse, renewing calls for a stronger security response and tighter control of firearms. Regional Security Cooperation: French troops based in Martinique wrapped up training in Curaçao, running amphibious drills and urban tactical exercises with Curaçao Militia and a joint scenario focused on rapid withdrawal. Climate Pressure: The Caribbean is bracing for a potentially severe drought and heat crisis stretching into 2027, as El Niño-driven dry conditions threaten water supplies, agriculture, and public health. Local Culture & Tourism: Saint-Pierre, Martinique is highlighted as a “Caribbean Pompeii” with 1902 ruins and Mount Pelée, while a separate piece spotlights Martinique’s place in regional travel and culture.

Violence in Fort-de-France: Martinique saw three shootings in three days, including a 43-year-old shot in the thigh at Toquade (Renéville) and two other gun attacks—one killing a 17-year-old in Lamentin and another leaving a 29-year-old critically wounded in Sainte-Thérèse—prompting renewed calls for a tougher security response and tighter control of firearms. Regional defense cooperation: A French military platoon from Martinique wrapped up training in Curaçao, running amphibious drills and urban operations exercises with Curaçao Militia (CurMil), aimed at strengthening joint readiness in the Caribbean. Health travel update: St Kitts and Nevis Prime Minister Dr Terrance Drew was sent overseas for specialised observation after hospital assessment for mild discomfort, nausea and a headache, with officials stressing his condition remains stable. Climate pressure across the Caribbean: Regional leaders are warning of worsening drought and heat risks into 2027 as El Niño strengthens, raising concerns for water supplies, farming and public health. Culture & travel links: Netflix’s Danish thriller The Secret Woman has surged on global charts, reaching No. 1 in Martinique, while Martinique also appears in wider regional travel and tourism coverage.

Violence in Fort-de-France: Martinique saw three shootings in three days, including a 43-year-old shot in the thigh at Toquade in Renéville, a 17-year-old killed in downtown Lamentin, and a 29-year-old critically wounded in Sainte-Thérèse’s Canal Alaric area; investigators say there’s no confirmed link yet, but calls are growing for the state to regain control of weapons circulation. Regional security drills: A French platoon from Martinique wrapped up training in Curaçao, working with the boat platoon and Curaçao Militia (CURMIL), including amphibious exercises and urban tactical drills at the former St. Elisabeth Hospital site. Health update for the region: St Kitts and Nevis Prime Minister Dr Terrance Drew was sent overseas for specialised observation after being admitted to hospital for mild discomfort, nausea, and a headache, with officials stressing he remains stable. Caribbean travel and connectivity: Caribbean Airlines will discontinue direct Trinidad/Tobago/Barbados return flights from September 2, while still offering connectivity via other services. Climate warning: The Caribbean faces a worsening drought and heat threat into 2027 as El Niño strengthens, raising pressure on water supplies, agriculture, and public health.

Regional Security: A French platoon from Martinique (33e RIMa) wrapped up training in Curaçao, running amphibious drills with the boat platoon and Curaçao Militia (CURMIL), plus urban-tactics exercises at the former St. Elisabeth Hospital site. Local Governance & Community Impact: In Carriacou’s Tyrell Bay Marina dispute, boat owners say they’ve been trapped for 129 days and are seeking a temporary truce, while the Corion family argues they gave “advanced notice” and says the fence was erected on their land. Health & Nutrition: Grenada’s GFNC launched a hypertension self-monitoring programme, including validated blood pressure monitors, recipe packs, and home logbooks, to help people manage high blood pressure. Education Tension: Grenada’s government says schools reopen Monday (Aug. 31) despite a public disagreement with the teachers’ union over the academic-year start date. Travel & Connectivity: Caribbean Airlines will end direct Trinidad–Tobago–Barbados flights from Sept. 2, while continuing service via other options; meanwhile, a Flying Blue promo runs for travel through Feb. 28, 2027. Culture & Tourism: Grenada will host the 35th CWWA conference on water, wastewater and solid waste (Oct. 12–16), and Saint-Pierre in Martinique is highlighted as a “Caribbean Pompeii” tied to the 1902 ruins and Mount Pelée.

Martinique in regional spotlight: A French platoon from Martinique’s 33e RIMa (Fort Desaix) wrapped up joint training in Curaçao, mixing amphibious drills with urban tactical exercises alongside Curaçao Militia (CURMIL). Education dispute in the region: Grenada’s government says schools will reopen Monday, pushing back on a teachers’ union notice that argued for a September 1 start under the Education Act. Climate pressure: Caribbean leaders are warning of a worsening drought and heat threat into 2027 as strengthening El Niño reduces rainfall and raises evaporation, with Windward and Leeward islands expected to feel the strain. Health program: Grenada’s GFNC launched a hypertension self-monitoring and nutrition awareness programme, including validated blood pressure monitors and home logbooks for participants. Heritage protection: Grenada’s Drill Yard preservation effort continues after an interim court injunction halted demolition pending a technical assessment. Travel and tourism: Caribbean Airlines will discontinue some Trinidad–Tobago–Barbados direct flights from Sept. 2, while Club Med plans to expand to 100 resorts by 2035, including a Martinique adults-only “Zen Oasis” debut.

French-Caribbean Security Cooperation: A French platoon from Martinique (33e RIMa, Fort Desaix) wrapped up amphibious and urban-operations training in Curaçao, working with the boat platoon and Curaçao Militia (CURMIL), including vessel-to-vessel transfers, water landings, and joint drills at the former St. Elisabeth Hospital. Education Dispute in the Region: Grenada’s government says schools will re-open Monday, insisting the official date stands despite a public notice from the Grenada Union of Teachers that argues the academic year starts Sept. 1. Climate Warning for the Caribbean: CIMH and UWI Mona warn El Niño-driven heat and reduced rainfall could bring drought conditions across Windwards, Leewards and ABC islands into early 2027, stressing water, farming and public health. Martinique in the Spotlight via Travel: A cruise deal highlights Martinique as a stop on a 24-night West Indies itinerary, with flights included and booking due by Aug. 31. Local Health Leadership: PAHO/WHO named Dr. Eva Jané Llopis as its representative for Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, covering French Caribbean departments including Martinique.