A student from the Antigua and Barbuda College of Advanced Studies has been selected as the new Junior Minister of Tourism, standing out among seven peers representing secondary schools across the island.

According to Antigua Observer, Janica, a former Tourism Cadet and reigning Leeward Islands debating champion, claimed the top honour in the competition, which drew participants from secondary schools nationwide.

Mr. Pete Charles of the Sir Novelle Richards Academy earned the first runner-up position, as reported by Antigua Observer. Further details regarding additional finalists were not disclosed in the original report.