AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoEU Trade Policy: EU economy ministers agreed to tighten rules for suspending the carbon border fee on imports, allowing a possible pause only if strict criteria are met (including a 50% price jump over six months), aiming to boost certainty for low-carbon investment. Airlift & Tourism: Air Canada will launch a new weekly nonstop Quebec City–Pointe-à-Pitre route to Guadeloupe from Dec. 17, 2026 to Apr. 8, 2027, adding another Canadian gateway. Local Jobs & Social Impact: In Saint Martin, the union says the closure of the Saint Martin Beach Resort (former Secrets Hotel) is a “human catastrophe,” alleging the shutdown was used to justify large-scale job cuts. Energy Storage (Regional Context): France’s energy regulator selected five Corsica electricity storage projects (~48 MW total), with battery costs lower than in Guadeloupe and other islands. Sports Economy (Guadeloupe Spotlight): The Fiji Surf Pro highlights Antoine Martin of Guadeloupe among top competitors, with live broadcast plans that can boost regional visibility. Aviation Industry Pressure: Reports link airline collapses in 2026 to fuel-cost shocks after the Strait of Hormuz disruption, with fares expected to rise.
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