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Antigua and Barbuda Secures Major Cruise Growth Boost

Cruise Expansion After Global Summit Antigua and Barbuda is set for strong cruise tourism growth. Moreover, this follows key meetings at a global industry summit. The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority led the delegation. In addition, CEO Colin C. James headed the team. They attended Seatrade Cruise Global 2026. The event ran from April 13 […]

Antigua and Barbuda HR Professional Leads LOUD26 Diversity Session

Antigua and Barbuda HR Professional at Regional Conference Antigua and Barbuda HR professional Marlene Bailey will lead a key session at LOUD26. Moreover, the event brings together HR leaders and business decision-makers across the Caribbean. LOUD is the region’s top HR gathering. In addition, it is hosted by the Caribbean Society of Human Resources Professionals. […]

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Antigua Secures €3.5M–€5M EU Beverage Plant Investment

Antigua and Barbuda has secured a major European-backed investment. Cabinet has already approved a concessions package for the project. Importantly, the development will support a new beverage production facility. It focuses on premium still and sparkling water. It will also produce beverage mixers. In addition, the project targets investment between €3.5 million and €5 million. […]

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Antigua Transport Costs Surge 47.6% as Airfares Drive Inflation

Antigua and Barbuda saw transport costs rise sharply over the past year. Airline fares drove most of the increase across the transport sector. The Statistics Division released new data showing the latest inflation trends. Transport prices rose 14.5 percent year-on-year in March. Transport services recorded an even bigger jump of 47.6 percent. Higher regional and […]

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Antigua & Barbuda Labour Party Announces Major Housing Project in Five Islands

Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party announces a major housing project in Five Islands. The party says construction has already started. As a result, the development marks a new phase in housing expansion. Moreover, ABLP candidate Michael Joseph shared details earlier today. He represents St. John’s Rural West and serves as Minister of State in Health, […]

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Antigua and Barbuda near global average on health costs

Antigua and Barbuda sits near the global average for out-of-pocket healthcare costs. However, households still pay more than the global benchmark. Moreover, new regional data highlights clear differences across the Caribbean. The figures come from the WHO Global Health Expenditure Database. The World Bank also published the data. Across the region, Haiti records the highest […]

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Antigua diplomat urges CARICOM head to consider exit

Antigua diplomat urges CARICOM Secretary General to consider stepping down. The call comes amid a growing regional dispute. The issue surrounds her recent reappointment. Sir Ronald Sanders made the comments on ABS Television. He represents Antigua and Barbuda in the United States and the OAS. During the interview, he spoke plainly and firmly. He said […]

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Antigua Sailing Week Secures Strong Support From Leading Antiguan Business

Antigua Sailing Week 2026 is gaining strong support from Antiguan businesses. Organizers announced broad backing across multiple sectors. As a result, the event shows strong community and commercial confidence. Moreover, the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority continues its support. Several partners have also confirmed participation for 2026. Therefore, the event continues to grow in scale […]

Antigua Service Stations Demand Margin Increase, Warn 8% Rate Is Untenable

Antigua service stations have petitioned the government for an increase in their operating margin. They say the current 8% rate is no longer sustainable. As a result, they are calling for urgent action. Moreover, operators say they have raised this issue since the early 1990s. They argue that the margin has remained unchanged for decades. […]

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Antigua Court rules driver liable in Bridgen death

Antigua Court finds Diondre Samuel liable in negligence for the death of Lashauna Sheleta Bridgen. The Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court delivered the ruling in October 2025. In addition, Justice Tunde A. Byer handled the case in Claim No. ANUHCV2022/0491. The court said Samuel failed to exercise proper care while driving. Moreover, the judge ruled that […]