AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoDigital Payments Push: Former Central Bank Governor Dr. DeLisle Worrell argues Barbados should favour digital and bank-directed payments over cash, citing lower fraud and loss risks and stronger transaction security. Education Tech & Reform: The Ministry of Education Transformation names 2026/27 the “Year of Purpose,” adding digital forums for teachers and students, while secondary placement reform is adjusted after parent concerns and the Barbados Union of Teachers calls for a slower, consultative rollout. Youth Coding & Apps: WorldSkills Barbados Juniors Future Skills Camp introduces mobile app development, with teens building learning and social-media-linked tools as cybersecurity becomes the next focus. Local Industry & Supply Chains: Barbados Private Sector Association backs stronger local manufacturing support, while Abed’s warns shipping disruptions could delay back-to-school supplies and may hit Christmas stock. Solar Industry Update: Solar Dynamics Limited’s assets are being put up for sale after receivership, raising questions for Barbados’ solar water heating sector. Regional Digital Public Infrastructure: Caribbean countries are building cross-border digital public infrastructure through interoperable, practical use cases—aiming for trust and smoother regional services.
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