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UNHCR Opens Grant Applications to Support Refugees and Displaced Persons Across Caribbean
The UNHCR is inviting organisations to apply for partnership funding to support refugees, asylum seekers and stateless persons across the Eastern and Southern Caribbean, with Antigua and Barbuda among the eligible locations. The deadline for expressions of interest is July 24, 2026.
Antigua and Barbuda to Develop National Flood Warning Procedures in June Workshop
The Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Service will host a two-day workshop in June 2026 to develop national flood forecasting and warning procedures, as reported by Antigua News Room. The initiative, funded by the United States Department of State, could make Antigua and Barbuda one of the first three Caribbean nations to deploy an advanced urban and flash flood forecasting system.
Antigua Calls for Strong, Independent OAS at 56th General Assembly in Panama
Antigua and Barbuda's Ambassador Sir Ronald Sanders addressed the 56th OAS General Assembly in Panama City, calling for a stronger, independent Organisation and coordinated hemispheric action to address the ongoing crisis in Haiti. As reported by Antigua News Room, Sir Ronald reaffirmed Antigua and Barbuda's commitment to multilateralism and OAS Charter principles.
Government Seeks Harmonites Partnership as Point and Villa Redevelopment Nears EC$1 Billion
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has announced plans to partner with the Harmonites Steel Orchestra to improve facilities and create entrepreneurship opportunities, as investment in the Point and Villa redevelopment nears EC$1 billion. The government says it is committed to ensuring residents directly benefit from the area's sweeping transformation.
Festivals Commission Chair Urges Public and Corporate Support Ahead of Carnival 2026
ABFC Chair Elizabeth Makhoul is urging residents, businesses and media outlets to play a more active role in supporting Carnival 2026, as pre-festival activities get underway across Antigua and Barbuda.
Government to Open Talks with Harmonites Steel Orchestra Amid Point and Villa Redevelopment
Prime Minister Gaston Browne says the government will open talks with the Harmonites Steel Orchestra as part of broader redevelopment efforts in Point and Villa, where over US$1 billion has been invested. Point MP Darvin Telemaque has been asked to lead the initial discussions.
MP Baltimore Offers UWI Scholarships to St. Philip's North Residents
MP Randy Baltimore is offering a limited number of scholarships to St. Philip's North residents to pursue 10-week certificate courses at the UWI Five Islands Campus. Applications close at 4:30 p.m. on June 29.
PM Browne Says Antigua Close to U.S. Deal on Third-Country Nationals
Prime Minister Gaston Browne says Antigua and Barbuda is close to reaching an agreement with the United States on accepting a limited number of third-country nationals, but insists the country will not accept individuals with criminal backgrounds or those who lack valid travel documents.
ABWU Challenges Forced Vacation Leave and Blackout Periods in Aviation Sector
The Antigua and Barbuda Workers' Union is challenging vacation blackout periods and forced leave practices in the aviation sector, arguing the policies violate the country's Labour Code. Union leaders also called for expanded membership among airport ground handlers at a recent Airlines and Aviation Section meeting.
Antigua and Barbuda Hails OAS Adoption of Landmark Mental Health Declaration
Antigua and Barbuda has welcomed the adoption of the Declaration on Improving Mental Health in the Americas at the 56th OAS General Assembly, having originally initiated the discussion at the previous session hosted by the twin-island nation. Sir Ronald Sanders called the Declaration a landmark step toward addressing one of the hemisphere's most neglected public health challenges.
OECS Leaders Convene in Antigua, Browne Takes Chairmanship as Region Charts Course for Economic Resilience
Antigua and Barbuda's Prime Minister Gaston Browne assumed the Chairmanship of the OECS Authority during the organisation's 78th meeting, calling for bold regional leadership as leaders discussed trade, connectivity, energy security, and economic resilience. The meeting, held in Antigua on 21 June 2026, also marked the OECS's 45th anniversary of regional integration.
Antigua and Barbuda Ranked Among Top Nations for UN Cooperation Amid Global SDG Shortfalls
A new UN-linked report finds that none of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals are on track for 2030, with fewer than 20 percent of targets progressing as planned. Antigua and Barbuda, while included among assessed nations, was ranked second globally for its support of UN-based multilateralism.
Antigua and Barbuda Ranks Second Globally for Support of UN Multilateralism
Antigua and Barbuda has been ranked second in the world for its support of UN-based multilateralism, scoring 88.3 in the Sustainable Development Report 2026, surpassed only by Barbados. The ranking places the twin-island nation ahead of far larger and more influential countries on the global stage.
WFTA Delegation Wraps Up Connect2Reconnect Visit to Antigua, Barbuda and Dominica
The Waltham Forest, Antigua & Barbuda and Dominica Twinning Association has wrapped up its Connect2Reconnect Pilot 2026 visit, with delegates meeting senior officials and community leaders across Antigua, Barbuda and Dominica. The visit reaffirmed twinning partnerships that have been in place since 1999.
PM Browne Warns Water Rates May Rise as Gov't Spends $40M Annually on Subsidies
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has signalled that water rates in Antigua and Barbuda may need to rise, as the Government currently spends an estimated EC$40 million annually subsidizing water production and distribution. Browne cited the high cost of reverse osmosis desalination and the need to encourage conservation amid one of the country's worst droughts in decades.
PM Browne Warns of Possible Water Rate Hike as Annual Subsidies Hit EC$40 Million
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has warned that water rates may need to increase as the Government subsidises water supply to the tune of EC$40 million per year. Browne cited the high cost of reverse osmosis production and the need to discourage wasteful consumption amid one of the country's worst droughts in decades.
Antigua Hits Record 11M Gallons of Daily Water Output Amid Worst Drought in Decades
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has announced that Antigua and Barbuda is producing a record 11 million gallons of water daily despite nine months of near-absent rainfall and the driest May since 1928. The government plans to add a further two million gallons of daily capacity before year's end.
Financial Consultant Anthony Stuart Leads Youth Session on Money Management and Ethical Leadership
Financial and Business Consultant Anthony Stuart delivered a presentation on Financial Management and Ethical Leadership to youth on June 22, as part of an ongoing Department of Youth Affairs development programme supported by the Sandals Foundation and Flow Antigua.
Gov't Owes WIOC Over EC$6M to Keep Fuel Prices Among Caribbean's Lowest
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has confirmed the Government owes WIOC more than EC$6 million after months of subsidising fuel costs to keep gasoline and diesel prices among the lowest in the Caribbean. Browne warned the policy, while beneficial to consumers, is straining public finances and may not be sustainable if global oil prices continue to rise.
OECS Seeks Urgent EU Talks to Protect Visa-Free Schengen Access for CBI Nations
OECS leaders are seeking urgent talks with the European Union before year's end to protect visa-free Schengen access for countries with Citizenship by Investment programmes. The push comes as the region moves to establish a new unified regulatory authority, ECCIRA, aimed at strengthening international confidence in Caribbean investment migration schemes.