AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoOAS Power Struggle: A major row is shaking the Organization of American States in Washington, with Caribbean diplomats accusing the US administration of trying to take daily control, including demands to sit in private executive meetings and secure a permanent ambassador office—while Secretary General Albert Ramdin faces allegations of corruption and mismanagement ahead of the Panama general assembly. Local Oil-Growth Push: Guyana’s Natural Resources Minister Vickram Bharrat urged local oil and gas firms to “spread your wings” regionally, pointing to Suriname’s emerging sector and calling for partnerships beyond doing it alone. Visa Regional Restructure: Visa named Jorge Salum vice-president and country manager for Greater Caribbean Markets, expanding oversight across 22 markets including Suriname, as the region accelerates digital payments. Suriname Land-Use Debate: Commentary warns Suriname not to rely on promises from foreign agribusiness, arguing industrial farming could mean forest loss and fewer local livelihood gains. Justice in Linden: “IsWe” Shaquawn Alleyne was sentenced to 25 years for the 2021 murder of girlfriend Shonnette Dover, after apologizing in court. Regional Security & Presence: The USS Nimitz strike group completed its Southern Seas 2026 deployment, engaging partner forces including Suriname as the US highlights deeper diplomatic and military integration in the hemisphere.
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