AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoAirlift Watch: Turks and Caicos tourism leaders are pushing an aggressive airlift expansion plan as visitor arrivals rose about 5% in the first quarter, with new airline partnerships aimed at diversifying markets beyond the U.S. Consumer Protection: The Department of Trade, Industry and Fair Competition is stepping up enforcement with a nationwide compliance drive, including retail inspections in Providenciales July 13–17 to ensure businesses follow the Consumer Protection Ordinance. Regulatory Capacity: Telus Health delivered IFRS 17 training to the Turks and Caicos Islands Financial Services Commission to strengthen supervision of insurers during the accounting transition. Tourism Skills & Jobs: Invest TCI backed STCW and fly-fishing guide certifications for 35 participants under the TCFFA–TCICC partnership, supporting higher-value marine tourism work. Travel Risk Reminder: The U.S. renewed a Level 2 advisory for Turks and Caicos, highlighting crime/safety guidance and warning visitors about strict ammunition laws that can lead to arrest and heavy penalties. Regional Integration: Martinique and French Guiana officially joined CARICOM as associate members, expanding the community’s regional links that now include Turks and Caicos.
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