AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoAviation Update: Deputy PM St. Clair Leacock says a “missing plane” reported after leaving Argyle for Tobago has been found, calling the investigation “very delicate” while confirming no loss of life. Digital Finance: Barbados officially went live with BiMPay, an instant national payments system launched by PM Mia Mottley, with NISSS set to join in the second phase to speed up pension and contributor payments. Public Service Tech: The government’s Pearly app is rolling out to let citizens report concerns and track responses, aiming for a more responsive administration. Regional Startup Push: Sixteen Caribbean tech ventures were selected for the Caribbean STEM Startup Challenge in Barbados later this month, with teams pitching for global-scale potential. Local Innovation in Manufacturing: Harris Paints unveiled a world-first single-base dry tinting system (Quantum Dry), expanding Caribbean-origin colour tech with sustainability claims. STEM for Youth: A WorldSkills Jamaica robotics and drone training camp is exposing students to emerging tech and future engineering pathways. Health & Safety Tech: CARPHA trained regional teams to safely transport infectious specimens, strengthening lab readiness across member states. Infrastructure & Resilience: A veteran engineer warns Barbados’ drainage problems are worsening road deterioration and flood risk.
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