AGP Executive Report
Last update: 20 minutes agoWater Safety & Environment: Authorities launched an investigation after barrels of oil were dumped in the Belle area, triggering Barbados’ national oil spill protocol amid fears for drinking water. Border Tech & Security: Customs marked its 121st anniversary with a push for modernisation and training, warning smugglers are getting more sophisticated; officers seized firearms, ammunition, drugs, and nearly $8m in plant material. Water Infrastructure: A new advanced treatment plant is set to be installed for St Lucy water issues, alongside mains replacements, with clearer water reported for thousands of households. Energy & Grid Reliability: Government is moving ahead with 125MW of battery storage to stabilise the grid and unlock constrained solar capacity. Health Tech: The Leela Vida introduced 3D body composition and posture tracking as a practical alternative to DEXA in Barbados. Regional Cooperation: Barbados and Venezuela signed a joint declaration deepening energy, food security, education, tourism, and trade, including renewable energy cooperation. Public Health Leadership: Dr. Eva Jané Llopis assumed her PAHO/WHO role for Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean. Cyber Awareness: A digital forensics expert warned youth about malware risks from unverified links on mobile phones.
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