AGP Executive Report

World Cup Spotlight: Iraq striker Aymen Hussein scored to equalize against Norway in FIFA World Cup 2026, though the match ended 4-1 and he later had an own goal—still, his coach praised his impact in the box. Guadeloupe Culture & Community: Kréyòl Pride is set for July 25–26 in Basse-Terre, bringing together LGBTQIA+ groups and allies under a new unity push. Environment & Health: A new law now formally recognizes the State’s responsibility for chlordecone damage in Guadeloupe and Martinique, opening the door to expanded compensation discussions. Marine Protection: France added three new strict marine protection zones on World Oceans Day, including coral reef protections in Guadeloupe, raising strictly protected waters to 14.68%. Sports in the Region: Guadeloupe’s Frédérick Bleuzé took part in the 2026 Michelob Ultra Boardwalk Triathlon in Saint Martin, with local winners across age and race categories.

Chlordecone Compensation Moves Forward: France’s Official Journal has brought in a law formally recognizing the State’s responsibility for long-term chlordecone pollution in Guadeloupe and Martinique, opening the door to talks on extending compensation to victims whose illnesses are linked to pesticide exposure, with a one-year report to Parliament and funding via an added levy on tobacco products. Marine Protection Boost: On World Oceans Day, France announced three new strictly protected marine zones, raising the protected share of French waters to 14.68%, including coral reef protections in Guadeloupe where sea turtles benefit. Kréyòl Pride in Guadeloupe: The inaugural LGBTQIA+ Kréyòl Pride is set for late July in Basse-Terre, aiming to bring together queer people, locals, allies, and the diaspora under a unity-focused platform. Local Sports Spotlight: The 2026 Michelob Ultra Boardwalk Triathlon in Philipsburg saw Guadeloupe’s Frédérick Bleuzé take third in the men’s Olympic-distance race. Travel Safety Note: A U.S. Embassy alert in the Bahamas warns of risks tied to jet ski rentals, including reported sexual assaults by operators.

Chlordecone Compensation: France has brought into force a law formally recognizing the State’s responsibility for the long-term chlordecone contamination in Guadeloupe and Martinique, opening the door to talks on compensation for victims and setting a one-year deadline for a report to Parliament on extending existing schemes, with funding linked in part to an extra levy on tobacco. Marine Protection Push: On World Oceans Day, France announced three new strictly protected marine zones, raising the protected share of its waters to 14.68%, including protections for coral reefs in Guadeloupe where sea turtles live. LGBTQIA+ Pride in Guadeloupe: Organizers announced the inaugural Kréyòl Pride in Basse-Terre on July 25, 2026 (July 26 event details), aiming to bring together LGBTQIA+ people, locals, and allies after years of community tensions. Local Sports: In Saint Martin, the Michelob Ultra Boardwalk Triathlon drew 100+ participants, with Guadeloupe’s Frédérick Bleuzé taking third in the men’s Olympic-distance race. Tourism & Culture: La Poste and the Saint Martin Tourism Office launched the “Destination Saint Martin” collector stamp set, with books printed for both Saint Martin and Guadeloupe.

Air Travel: Air Canada is adding a new nonstop winter route from Quebec City to Pointe-à-Pitre (Guadeloupe), weekly on Thursdays from Dec. 17, 2026 to April 8, 2027, using the Airbus A220-300. Chlordecone Compensation: A new law recognizing the State’s responsibility for chlordecone-related harm is now in effect, opening the door to discussions on extending compensation for victims, with funding linked to an extra levy on tobacco products. Marine Protection: France has designated three new marine protection zones for World Oceans Day, bringing strictly protected waters to 14.68%, including coral reef protections in Guadeloupe for sea turtles. Public Health & Environment: An OECS-EU study visit in Martinique and Guadeloupe highlighted practical sargassum management strategies, with Virgin Islands officials pointing to benefits for health preparedness, coastal ecosystems, tourism resilience, and jobs. Community & Culture: Kréyòl Pride is set for July 25, 2026 in Basse-Terre, aiming to unite LGBTQIA+ people, locals, and allies across Guadeloupe and the diaspora. Sports: Guadeloupe’s Frédérick Bleuzé took third in the Michelob Ultra Boardwalk Triathlon Olympic-distance men’s race in Saint Martin, won by Gabriel Pertusot.

Air Connectivity for Guadeloupe: Air Canada will launch a new nonstop Quebec City–Pointe-à-Pitre route, weekly on Thursdays from Dec. 17, 2026 to April 8, 2027, adding another winter gateway to the French Caribbean. Chlordecone Compensation Move: A new law now formally recognizes the French State’s responsibility for long-term chlordecone pollution in Guadeloupe and Martinique, paving the way for talks on compensation for victims and setting priorities like faster cleanup, support for farming and fishing, and improved care. Oceans Protection Boost: France has added three new strict marine protection zones, bringing protected waters to 14.68%, including a Guadeloupe coral-reef area to shelter sea turtles. Local Sports Spotlight: Guadeloupe’s Frédérick Bleuzé took third in the Michelob Ultra Boardwalk Triathlon Olympic-distance race in Saint Martin, as Pertusot and Bruneau won the men’s and women’s titles. Travel Safety Alert: The U.S. Embassy in Nassau issued a warning over jet ski rentals in The Bahamas after reports of sexual assaults, urging extra caution and noting restrictions for U.S. staff.

Chlordecone Compensation: France has brought into force a law formally recognizing the State’s responsibility for long-term chlordecone pollution in Guadeloupe and Martinique, paving the way for talks on compensation for victims and a possible expansion of the existing scheme, with funding linked to an extra levy on tobacco products. Marine Protection Push: On World Oceans Day, France announced three new strict marine protection zones, lifting protected waters to 14.68%, including coral reef protections in Guadeloupe for sea turtles. Air Connectivity: Air Canada is adding a new weekly nonstop Quebec City–Pointe-à-Pitre route, starting Dec. 17, 2026 through April 8, 2027, using the A220-300. Tourism & Culture: Saint Martin and La Poste launched “Destination Saint Martin” collector stamps, with a print run including Guadeloupe. Local Sport: The Michelob Ultra Boardwalk Triathlon in Philipsburg drew 100+ participants, with Guadeloupe’s Frédérick Bleuzé taking third in the men’s Olympic race.

Chlordecone Compensation: France has brought into force a law formally recognizing the State’s responsibility for the long-running chlordecone contamination in Guadeloupe and Martinique, paving the way for talks on compensation for victims and setting priorities like faster cleanup, support for farming and fishing, and improved care. Marine Protection Push: On World Oceans Day, France announced three new marine protection zones, including coral reef protections in Guadeloupe, raising strict protection coverage to 14.68% and aiming for 14.8% by year-end. New Air Link to Guadeloupe: Air Canada will launch a weekly nonstop Quebec City–Pointe-à-Pitre route starting Dec. 17, 2026, running through April 8, 2027, adding another gateway for eastern Canadian travelers. Local Sports Spotlight: The Michelob Ultra Boardwalk Triathlon in Philipsburg drew 100+ participants, with Guadeloupe’s Frédérick Bleuzé taking third in the men’s Olympic race. Tourism & Culture: Saint Martin and La Poste launched “Destination Saint Martin” collector stamps, with a print run that includes Guadeloupe.

Health & Compensation: A new law has officially recognized the French State’s responsibility for chlordecone-linked harm in Guadeloupe and Martinique, paving the way for talks on extending compensation to victims and setting priorities like faster cleanup, stronger research, and better care. Marine Protection: On World Oceans Day, France announced three new marine protection zones, including coral reef protections in Guadeloupe, pushing strictly protected waters to 14.68% and aiming for 14.8% by year-end. Air Connectivity: Air Canada is launching a new weekly nonstop route between Quebec City and Pointe-à-Pitre (Guadeloupe) starting Dec. 17, 2026, boosting winter travel options. Sports & Community: In Saint Martin, the Michelob Ultra Boardwalk Triathlon drew 100+ participants, with Guadeloupe’s Frédérick Bleuzé taking third in the men’s Olympic race. Tourism & Culture: A Summer Classical Concert in St. Maarten featured Caribbean-based artists, including three from Guadeloupe, bringing opera-style performances to the Belair Community Center.

Marine Protection: France marked World Oceans Day by announcing three new strictly protected marine zones, pushing the share of protected French waters to 14.68%. In Guadeloupe, the new area targets coral reefs that shelter sea turtles, while other zones cover habitats like the Kentish plover in Audierne Bay and deep seabed areas in the French Southern and Antarctic Lands. Airlift for Guadeloupe: Air Canada will launch a new weekly nonstop route from Quebec City to Pointe-à-Pitre, starting Dec. 17, 2026, running every Thursday through April 8, 2027. Local Sports: The Michelob Ultra Boardwalk Triathlon in Philipsburg crowned Guadeloupe’s Frédérick Bleuzé (men’s Olympic distance third) and saw Guadeloupe’s Frédérick Bleuzé and others compete across Olympic, Sprint and Try a Tri categories. Tourism & Culture: Saint Martin and La Poste unveiled the “Destination Saint Martin” collector stamp book, with sales in Saint Martin, Guadeloupe and France. Regional Football: Concacaf confirmed Guadeloupe will be in the 2026/27 Nations League League B, alongside French Guiana and others, with promotion at stake.

Air Connectivity for Guadeloupe: Air Canada will launch a new weekly nonstop route from Quebec City to Pointe-à-Pitre, starting Dec. 17, 2026, running Thursdays through April 8, 2027—another boost for eastern Canada’s access to the French Caribbean. Tourism & Culture in the Region: Saint Martin’s Tourism Office and La Poste unveiled a “Destination Saint Martin” collector stamp book (8 stamps), with 5,000 copies printed for Saint Martin and 5,000 for Guadeloupe. Local Sports Spotlight: The Michelob Ultra Boardwalk Triathlon in Philipsburg drew 100+ participants; Guadeloupe’s Frédérick Bleuzé took third in the men’s Olympic race, while Melina Bruneau won the women’s Olympic title. Environment & Marine Protection: France announced three new marine protected zones, including one in Guadeloupe to protect coral reefs and sea turtles, pushing protected waters to 14.68% and aiming for 14.8% by year-end. EU Climate Policy: EU ministers agreed to tighten rules on when countries can suspend the carbon fee on imports, affecting certainty for low-carbon investment.

EU Carbon Rules: EU economy ministers agreed to tighten when countries can suspend the carbon fee on imported goods, with suspensions only possible if prices jump sharply—aimed at boosting certainty for low-carbon investment. Air Access for Guadeloupe: Air Canada will launch a new weekly nonstop Quebec City–Pointe-à-Pitre route starting Dec. 17, 2026, running through April 8, 2027, adding another winter gateway to the French Caribbean. Sports—Concacaf: Concacaf confirmed the 2026/27 Nations League format: Guadeloupe will play in League B, with promotion tied to group winners and a centralised championship in March 2027. Marine Protection: France announced new strict marine protection zones, including one in Guadeloupe to safeguard coral reefs and sea turtles, pushing protected waters to 14.68% with a 14.8% year-end target. Local Sport: The Michelob Ultra Boardwalk Triathlon in St. Maarten crowned winners across distances, with Guadeloupe’s Frédérick Bleuzé taking bronze in the Olympic race.

Aviation & Tourism: Air Canada launches a new weekly nonstop route between Quebec City and Pointe-à-Pitre (Guadeloupe), starting Dec. 17, 2026, running through April 8, 2027. Sports (Guadeloupe on the pitch): Guadeloupe’s Frédérick Bleuzé earned a podium spot at the Michelob Ultra Boardwalk Triathlon in St. Maarten, while the island’s athletes also featured strongly in the women’s and men’s races. Regional Football: Concacaf confirmed the 2026/27 Nations League format, with Guadeloupe placed in League B alongside other relegated sides, setting up a promotion push in September-November. Energy & Environment: France announced three new marine protection zones, including one in Guadeloupe to protect coral reefs and sea turtles, lifting protected waters to 14.68%. Business & Culture: The IWSC 2026 named Gold Outstanding rum winners, with Guadeloupe among the Caribbean islands taking top honors. Labor Watch (St. Martin): A union calls the closure of the Saint Martin Beach Resort a “human catastrophe,” alleging a job-cut plan behind the shutdown.

Labor & Tourism: In Saint Martin, the union says the abrupt closure of the former Secrets Hotel—now Saint Martin Beach Resort—has become a “human catastrophe,” alleging the owners used a safety-commission claim to justify cutting over 90% of jobs, with the CSE pointing to court and prefecture confirmations that no closure order existed. Airlift for Guadeloupe: Air Canada will add a new weekly nonstop Quebec City–Pointe-à-Pitre link, starting Dec. 17, 2026, running through April 8, 2027. Regional travel links: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes signed an interline deal to let passengers book combined itineraries on one ticket with checked baggage across the Caribbean and onward to Paris-Orly. Sports (Guadeloupe on the move): Guadeloupe international Taïryk Arconte is drawing transfer interest from Celtic, Auxerre and Millwall after a standout Ligue 2 season. Environment: France announced three new marine protection zones, including one in Guadeloupe to protect coral reefs and sea turtles, pushing protected waters to 14.68%. Culture & music: A Summer Classical Concert in St. Maarten featured Caribbean-based artists, including Guadeloupe performers, with opera-themed performances drawing standing ovations.

Airlift Boost for Guadeloupe: Air Canada will launch a new weekly nonstop Quebec City–Pointe-à-Pitre route, running Thursdays from Dec. 17, 2026 to April 8, 2027, adding 17 winter round-trips and widening eastern Canada’s access to the French Caribbean. Regional Travel Made Easier: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes signed an interline deal to let passengers book one itinerary with checked-through baggage across English- and French-speaking islands, while Winair’s interline partnership with Contour Airlines also aims to smooth multi-island connections. Sports Spotlight: Guadeloupe’s Frédérick Bleuzé helped deliver podium drama at the Michelob Ultra Boardwalk Triathlon in St. Maarten, where Gregory Pigeon and Melina Bruneau took top Olympic-distance honors. Guadeloupe in French Football Transfer Talk: Celtic are reportedly monitoring Guadeloupe international Taïryk Arconte (Rodez), with Millwall and Auxerre also linked as his stock rises ahead of the summer window. Ocean Protection: France announced three new marine protection zones, including one in Guadeloupe to safeguard coral reefs and sea turtles, pushing protected waters to 14.68%. Colonial Legacy Debate: France repealed the Code Noir slavery decree in a unanimous National Assembly vote, but critics say it remains largely symbolic without real reparations.

Sports & Community: The 2026 Michelob Ultra Boardwalk Triathlon in Philipsburg crowned Gregory Pertusot and Melina Bruneau, with Guadeloupe’s Frédérick Bleuzé taking third in the men’s Olympic race. Travel & Connectivity: Air Canada will launch a new weekly nonstop Quebec City–Pointe-à-Pitre route to Guadeloupe from Dec. 17, 2027 to Apr. 8, 2027, adding another Canadian gateway. Airlift in the Caribbean: New interline deals aim to make island-hopping easier, including LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes linking networks with single-ticket travel and checked baggage. Environment & Oceans: France announced three new strict marine protection zones, including one in Guadeloupe to safeguard coral reefs and sea turtles, pushing protected waters to 14.68%. Health & Justice: France’s National Assembly backed a bill acknowledging responsibility for chlordecone harm in Guadeloupe and Martinique, setting decontamination and compensation goals. Local Talent Abroad: Guadeloupe international Taïryk Arconte (Rodez) is drawing interest from Celtic, Auxerre and Millwall ahead of the summer transfer window.

New Air Link to Guadeloupe: Air Canada will launch a new weekly nonstop route between Quebec City and Pointe-à-Pitre, starting Dec. 17, 2026, with Thursday service running through April 8, 2027—adding another Canadian gateway to the French Caribbean. Ocean Protection Push: France announced three new marine protection zones, bringing protected waters to 14.68% of French maritime areas, including a Guadeloupe site aimed at safeguarding coral reefs and sea turtles. Regional Travel Connectivity: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes signed an interline deal to let passengers book combined itineraries on one ticket, with baggage checked through across networks linking islands including Guadeloupe and Martinique. Guadeloupe in the Spotlight (Football): Celtic are reportedly monitoring Guadeloupe international Taïryk Arconte, the Rodez forward, as transfer talk heats up ahead of the summer window. Sports & Culture: A Summer Classical Concert in St. Maarten featured Caribbean-based artists, including Guadeloupe musicians, bringing opera music to the community. Route du Rhum Sailing: Canadian solo sailor Scott Shawyer is training for the Vendée Globe 2028 and will first race the Route du Rhum from France to Guadeloupe in November.