AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoOutre-mer Investment Push: France unveiled the “Outre-mer One” €35m fund in Paris, aiming to shift overseas development from subsidies to investable, commercially viable projects—highlighting tropical biodiversity, marine resources and the “blue economy.” Connectivity for the Islands: EllaLink advanced its Caribbean Gateway into the development phase, proposing an open-access, carrier-neutral submarine cable from Cayenne to Martinique and Guadeloupe, with a western segment for Aruba, Curaçao and Bonaire; construction is targeted for end-2029 after letters of intent become binding commitments. Culture & Language Spotlight: A new explainer breaks down how French-based Creoles became full languages with their own histories and structures—not “broken” French. Film & Diaspora Networks: The inaugural Bermuda Black Film Festival (Oct. 15–18, 2026) announced submissions from across the Caribbean, including Guadeloupe, and a focus on education, exchange and professional development. Health & Food Research: A report reviews soursop (graviola/guanabana), noting several claimed benefits but stressing that human proof remains limited. Local Business Note: An English Market bakery stall in Cork was sold after nearly 30 years, reflecting how small food businesses keep evolving.
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