Antigua and Barbuda concluded Caribbean Travel Marketplace 2026 with strong tourism growth and major development announcements. Meanwhile, the country hosted the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association’s flagship event for the second straight year. The event welcomed travel professionals, tour operators, airlines, and media representatives from around the world. Additionally, the showcase took place during Antigua […]
8 new senators officially joined Antigua and Barbuda’s Upper House on Wednesday during a ceremonial sitting at the Parliament Building. Moreover, senators took the oath of allegiance as the new parliamentary term formally began. The sitting followed the April 30 general election. Before the swearing-in, senators unanimously re-elected Alincia Williams-Grant as Senate President. In addition, […]
Williams-Grant says women remain underrepresented in Antigua and Barbuda’s Parliament despite gains in the Senate. Moreover, Senate President Alincia Williams-Grant made the remarks during the ceremonial opening of the Senate following the April 30 general election. She noted that women now hold seven of the 17 seats in the Upper House. However, she said the […]
Hughes says opposition senators plan to bring “the highest level of debate” to Antigua and Barbuda’s Senate. Moreover, Senate Minority Leader Chester Hughes made the remarks during Wednesday’s Senate sitting. The session followed the swearing-in of senators after the April 30 general election. Hughes said opposition senators will focus on policy, legislation, and national issues. […]
Senate President Alincia Williams-Grant challenged young senators to help shape Antigua and Barbuda’s future during Wednesday’s Senate sitting. Meanwhile, the Upper House formally convened following the April 30 general election. Senators then took their oaths during the ceremonial session at the Parliament Building. Williams-Grant urged members to approach their duties with discipline and preparation. She […]
PM Gaston Browne says he plans to strengthen regional cooperation when he assumes chairmanship of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States Authority next month. Meanwhile, Browne outlined plans for deeper collaboration in energy, transportation, trade, and logistics across the OECS. Speaking on Pointe FM, the prime minister said closer regional ties could lower costs and […]
China will provide Antigua and Barbuda with additional pipes later this year to help improve the country’s aging water infrastructure. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Gaston Browne said the government plans to speed up its national water re-piping programme. Speaking on Pointe FM, Browne explained that outdated pipelines continue to affect water distribution across the country. “We […]
WIOC is advising residents near its facilities about a planned Emergency Response Exercise this week. Meanwhile, the exercise will take place on May 21 and 22, 2026. According to the company, several local emergency response agencies will join the operation. As a result, residents may notice increased activity in nearby communities during the exercise. They […]
Antigua and Barbuda has raised $30 million through a 365-day Treasury bill auction on the Regional Government Securities Market. Moreover, the auction attracted strong investor interest and exceeded the government’s target amount. The auction took place on May 13, 2026. Additionally, it was conducted through the Eastern Caribbean Securities Exchange primary market platform. According to […]
Three suspects are now in police custody as investigators continue probing alleged fraudulent transactions at a local bank in Antigua and Barbuda. Police confirmed the arrests following several reports made to the Criminal Investigations Department between May 12 and May 18, 2026. Moreover, officials said the reports involved irregular and unauthorized transactions at different branches […]
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