AGP Executive Report

Sovereignty Spotlight: France and Canada’s leaders are set to visit Saint-Pierre-and-Miquelon next week to push back against Donald Trump’s territorial map post, with Emmanuel Macron (Sept. 19–21) and Mark Carney joining on Sept. 20—after the image also flagged French overseas territories including Martinique, Film & TV Business: France’s TV exports took a hit, with CNC and Unifrance reporting a 21.6% drop in 2025 international sales amid budget cuts and a tougher economic climate, Sports & Youth: Kione De Shong keeps stacking medals for Martinique-linked regional swimmers, while Appleby continues backing youth triathlon development ahead of CARIFTA, Community & Culture: A major safety concern cut short Brooklyn’s West Indian Day parade/J’Ouvert celebrations, Screen Night in Martinique: “To Have and Have Not” (1944) is highlighted as a WWII romance drama set partly around Martinique, Local Life: Barbados announced plans to patent sargassum microbe discoveries after pharma interest, and some areas there face water disruption from desalination plant work.

Politics & Borders: France and Canada are sending a symbolic message on sovereignty: President Emmanuel Macron and PM Mark Carney will visit Saint-Pierre-and-Miquelon next week after Donald Trump’s map post reportedly colored several territories—including Martinique—under a US flag. Sports on TV: Leeds United take on Newcastle United in a Monday night Premier League match, with global channel listings circulating for viewers across the Caribbean. Arts & Culture Spotlight: A profile highlights Christine Georgantas’ behind-the-scenes leadership at Martinique’s Festival of Arts, from exhibits to events, and how the festival shaped her family’s creative path. Local Youth Sport: Kione De Shong (St Vincent and the Grenadines) credits regional competition for his record-setting swim run, including medals earned earlier this year in Martinique. Film Night Pick: “To Have and Have Not” (1944) is featured for Thursday viewing, with its wartime romance and plot tied to Martinique. International Media Business: France’s TV exports reportedly fell sharply in 2025 as ad demand weakened and budgets tightened.

Festival Leadership Spotlight: Christine Georgantas steps up as Director of Exhibits at the Festival of Arts, adding events like concerts and charity work after assistants left—she’s been inspired since bringing her family to FOA’s Family Art Day. Youth Sports Rising: Kione De Shong (St Vincent and the Grenadines) keeps rewriting the record book, resetting four age-group marks at the 2026 SVG Swimming Championships, with fresh medals earned in Martinique earlier this year. Caribbean Culture & Safety: Brooklyn’s J’Ouvert and West Indian Day Parade kicked off with big energy, but safety concerns and nearby stabbings/shootings cut festivities short. Food & Drink Community: The Lawrence Cocktail Trail’s people’s choice contest lets locals sample and vote for standout cocktails while raising funds for hospitality workers. Martinique-Linked Film & TV: A Martinique-set WWII drama (“To Have and Have Not”) is highlighted for viewers, while France’s TV exports report flags a major drop in international sales. Sports on Screen: Global channel listings are shared for Leeds United vs Newcastle United, including Caribbean access options.

Festival Leadership: Christine Georgantas, now Director of Exhibits at Martinique’s Festival of Arts, expanded her role to include events after two assistants left early this year—yet kept the festival’s momentum with years of family involvement starting at FOA’s Family Art Day. Youth Sports Spotlight: In Martinique, swimmers keep turning heads—Kione De Shong (St Vincent and the Grenadines) reset multiple boys’ records at the SVG Gallagher Championships, and he even medalled in Martinique earlier this year. Community & Culture: Brooklyn’s West Indian Day celebrations faced safety concerns after stabbings and shootings, with officials saying the cultural event is still “here to stay,” while the Junior Carnival road march in Crown Heights highlighted kids carrying culture into the new school year. Film & TV for Islanders: A WWII romance set in Martinique—To Have and Have Not—is slated for Thursday at 8pm, and French TV exports took a hit in 2025 as international sales fell 21.6%. Sports on Screen: Global listings include where to watch Newcastle vs Bournemouth, with Martinique viewers pointed to Disney+ Premium Caribbean.

Local Sports Spotlight: St Vincent swimmer Kione De Shong is making waves at the SVG Gallagher Swimming Championships, resetting four Boys 13–14 records, including a 100m breaststroke time of 1:06.81, and adding to his medal streak that also included two medals in Martinique earlier this year. Youth Sports & Sponsorship: Appleby is continuing its support for Bermuda’s Youth Development Squad ahead of the 2026 CARIFTA Championships, backing 46 athletes (ages 11–19) across aquathlon, triathlon and relay events. Martinique in the News: St Kitts and Nevis PM Dr. Terrance Drew reportedly received treatment at the University Hospital of Martinique after a stroke, with officials still not confirming the exact diagnosis publicly. Entertainment & Film: Taapsee Pannu says Netflix’s “Gandhari” is trending across multiple countries, including Mauritius, as it climbs global rankings within days of release. Arts & Culture (Film Night): “To Have and Have Not” airs Thursday at 8pm, with the WWII-era story set around a dangerous mission to Martinique. Community & Water: A major water disruption is planned for parts of St Michael, St George and Christ Church due to work at the Ionics Desalination Plant.

Youth Sports Spotlight: St Vincent swimmer Kione De Shong etched his name in the record books at the 2026 SVG Gallagher Swimming Championships, resetting four Boys 13–14 age-group marks, including a 100m breaststroke (1:06.81) and adding to his growing medal streak that also included results in Martinique earlier this year. Caribbean Arts & Culture: Brooklyn’s J’Ouvert and West Indian Day Parade kicked off with big energy, but safety concerns and nearby stabbings and shootings forced an early end to this year’s festivities. Food & Nightlife Fun: The Lawrence Cocktail Trail’s people-choice contest is set for Thursday, with guests sampling bar and restaurant creations and voting to help raise money for hospitality workers. Regional Health in Focus: St Kitts and Nevis PM Terrance Drew is reported to have been treated in Martinique after a suspected stroke, with updates saying he’s stable and continuing evaluations in South Florida. Language & Education: Barbados Education Minister Chad Blackman urged students to embrace Spanish as part of a push toward a bilingual, multilingual future.

Patents & Science: Barbados will seek patent protection for three novel microorganisms found in sargassum seaweed, aiming to keep the commercial and environmental upside at home instead of selling outright to multinationals. Carnival Safety: Brooklyn’s West Indian Day parade and J’Ouvert kicked off with big cultural energy, but safety worries after nearby stabbings and shootings pushed officials to end festivities early. Food & Drink Culture: The Lawrence Cocktail Trail is running a people’s choice contest with local bars pouring sample-sized creations, with votes tied to donations for hospitality workers. Language & Education: Barbados Education Minister Chad Blackman urged students to embrace Spanish as part of a push toward a bilingual, multilingual future. Film Night (Martinique link): A classic WWII romance, To Have and Have Not, is set to air with its plot centered on transporting Resistance members to Martinique. Regional Health Update: St. Kitts and Nevis PM Terrance Drew says he’s stable after treatment that included care in Martinique and further evaluation in South Florida. Media Business: France’s TV exports fell sharply in 2025 as ad declines and budget cuts hit international sales. Sports & Community: St. Lucia’s billfish tournament is back on track toward pre-pandemic levels, with more boats already signed up.

West Indian Day Parade Safety: Brooklyn’s J’Ouvert and West Indian Day celebrations on Eastern Parkway were cut short after safety concerns tied to nearby stabbings and shootings, even as officials stressed the cultural importance of the event. Cocktail Culture Fundraiser: The Lawrence Cocktail Trail’s people’s choice contest is set for Thursday, with guests sampling bar and restaurant specials and voting to help raise money for hospitality workers via the Lawrence Hospitality Workers Relief Fund. Language & Arts in Schools: Barbados Education Minister Chad Blackman urged Daryll Jordan Secondary School students to embrace Spanish through a mural and a partnership with Argentina, framing bilingualism as a gateway to wider opportunities. Classic Film Night: A Martinique-focused TV listing spotlights To Have and Have Not (1944), a World War II romance drama set around smuggling Resistance members to Martinique. Regional Health Spotlight (Martinique): St. Kitts and Nevis PM Terrance Drew’s reported stroke care is tied to Martinique hospitals, with later updates saying he’s stable and undergoing further evaluation in Miami. Water Disruption: Parts of St Michael, St George, and Christ Church face no water or low pressure due to work at the Ionics Desalination Plant. Sports Fishing: The Republic Bank Saint Lucia International Billfish Tournament launches with hopes of a record turnout as more boats sign up than last year.

Regional Health Update: Martinique media reports St. Kitts and Nevis PM Dr. Terrance Drew was treated for a stroke at the University Hospital of Martinique (CHUM), with his condition stabilised after intensive-care intervention led by Professor Dabor Resière, before he travelled to Miami for further checks at Baptist Hospital; Drew says he’s in good spirits and stable, while officials note the exact diagnosis hasn’t been formally confirmed. Arts & Culture: Junior Caribbean Carnival’s road march kicked off in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, with young masqueraders and grand marshals celebrating Caribbean cultural roots through colorful costumes and school-year momentum. Language & Education: Barbados’ Education Minister Chad Blackman urged students to embrace Spanish via a school mural and a new partnership, framing bilingual skills as a gateway to wider opportunities. Film & TV: France’s TV exports took a hit, with CNC and Unifrance citing budget cuts and a tougher economy behind a steep drop in international sales. Entertainment Spotlight: Taapsee Pannu says Netflix release “Gandhari” is trending across multiple countries, including Mauritius. Sports & Lifestyle: A Grenada social concept called “Conversations at Sunset” is seeking interest from employed adults 30+ for conversation-led meetups. Media & Politics: France’s CNews faces scrutiny as far-right influence grows ahead of the presidential election, following the removal of conservative pundit Philippe Bilger. Tech/Politics Online Buzz: Cuba sharply rejected a Trump-linked AI-style map showing Cuba and other Caribbean territories under a US flag, calling it a refusal to accept “empire” again.

Film & TV Tonight: WLRN is airing To Have and Have Not (1944) at 8pm Thursday, a wartime romance-drama where a fishing captain gets pulled into the French Resistance and a dangerous mission to Martinique. Junior Carnival Spotlight: Crown Heights’ Junior road march kicked off with a ribbon-cutting featuring WIADCA leaders and grand marshals Halo and Sana, with kids celebrating culture through dazzling costumes right before the school year. Regional Health Watch (Martinique link): St. Kitts and Nevis PM Dr. Terrance Drew’s reported stroke treatment in Martinique is in focus, with reports saying he was stabilised at the University Hospital of Martinique before heading to Miami for further checks; officials still haven’t fully confirmed details. Social Scene (Grenada): “Conversations at Sunset” is gauging interest for a new, non-speed-dating way for employed singles (30+) to meet through relaxed outings and shared experiences. Sports & Streaming: Global TV listings are circulating for Newcastle United vs Bournemouth, with Caribbean viewers pointed to Disney+ Premium Caribbean.

Junior Carnival Spotlight: Crown Heights in Brooklyn kicked off the 2026 Junior Costume road march with a ribbon-cutting ceremony featuring WIADCA president Roger Archibald, NYC Schools Chancellor Kamar Samuels, and grand marshals Halo and Sana—celebrating how kids’ mas keeps culture close as the school year begins. Caribbean Social Life (Grenada): “Conversations at Sunset” is gauging interest for a new kind of adult social gathering in Grenada—no speed dating, just conversation and culture-led outings for single adults 30–99. Regional Health Watch (St. Kitts & Nevis): Martinique media reports Prime Minister Terrance Drew was treated for a stroke at the University Hospital of Martinique, later traveling to Miami for further checks; Drew says he’s stable and in good spirits while diagnosis details remain unconfirmed. Media & Entertainment (France): France’s TV exports fell sharply in 2025, with CNC and Unifrance citing a tougher economic climate and budget cuts. Sports & Culture (Saint Lucia): The Republic Bank Saint Lucia International Billfish Tournament launched with early boat sign-ups already above last year, aiming for a record turnout.

French Screen Exports: France’s CNC and Unifrance say 2025 international TV content sales fell 21.6% to €164.3m, the lowest in a decade, as fiction dropped 27% while documentaries edged ahead and animation hit an all-time low. Regional Health & Leadership: Martinique media report St. Kitts and Nevis PM Terrance Drew was treated for a stroke at the University Hospital of Martinique, then travelled to Miami for further checks; Drew says he’s stable and in good spirits, with officials still not confirming the diagnosis publicly. Streaming Buzz in the Caribbean: Netflix’s Danish thriller “The Secret Woman” is topping charts in multiple countries, including Martinique and Guadeloupe, as it climbs global rankings within days of release. Water Disruption: Parts of St Michael, St George and Christ Church face no water or low pressure for several days due to work at the Ionics Desalination Plant. Sports on TV: Listings are out for Newcastle United vs Bournemouth, with global channel options highlighted for fans. Film Spotlight: Taapsee Pannu says “Gandhari” is trending across several countries, including Mauritius, as it ranks high on Netflix charts.

Regional Health & Politics: Martinique media reports St. Kitts and Nevis PM Dr. Terrance Drew was treated for a stroke at the University Hospital of Martinique (CHUM), then travelled to Miami for further checks; Drew says he’s in good spirits and stable, with no lasting effects expected, though the diagnosis details haven’t been officially confirmed in a full medical bulletin. Entertainment & Streaming: Netflix’s Danish thriller The Secret Woman is climbing global charts fast, hitting No. 1 in several countries including Martinique and Guadeloupe. Water Disruption: Some areas in St Michael, St George and Christ Church face no water or low pressure for several days due to work at the Ionics Desalination Plant. Sports & Events: The Republic Bank Saint Lucia International Billfish Tournament has launched with strong early sign-ups, aiming for a record turnout. Film Buzz: Taapsee Pannu says her Netflix release Gandhari is trending across multiple countries, including Mauritius. Pop Culture Throwback: A 9/11 eve tribute concert marked the 30th anniversary of Michael Jackson’s era-defining Madison Square Garden run.

Regional Health Update: Martinique media reports St. Kitts and Nevis PM Dr. Terrance Drew was treated for a stroke at the University Hospital of Martinique (CHUM), with his condition stabilised before he travelled to Miami for further checks at Baptist Hospital—while officials and Drew’s team have not yet publicly confirmed the diagnosis in detail. Sports on TV: Fans looking for Newcastle United vs Bournemouth can use the latest global listings, with coverage mapped across major streaming and sports channels in the Caribbean and beyond. Streaming Buzz: Netflix’s Danish thriller The Secret Woman is climbing charts fast, hitting No. 1 in several countries including Martinique and Guadeloupe, driven by an amnesia mystery and twist-filled plot. Film Spotlight: Taapsee Pannu says her Netflix release Gandhari is trending across multiple countries, including Mauritius, as it races up global rankings within days. Tennis Human Interest: Profiles continue to circulate on Gaël Monfils’ family, spotlighting his parents, Rufin Monfils and Sylvette Cartesse, and their roles in his rise.

Martinique Spotlight: Reports say St. Kitts and Nevis PM Dr. Terrance Drew was treated for a stroke at the University Hospital of Martinique (CHUM) after headaches and nausea, then stabilized and later flew to Miami for further checks at Baptist Hospital—while Drew says he’s in good spirits and doctors are still evaluating him. Streaming & Film Buzz: Taapsee Pannu says Netflix’s Gandhari is surging worldwide, topping charts in multiple countries including Mauritius, and ranking high globally within days of its Sept. 3 release. Local Viewing Guide: Global TV listings are out for Newcastle United vs Bournemouth, with regional channel options including Disney+ Premium Caribbean for Martinique-area viewers. Entertainment Watch: Netflix’s Danish thriller The Secret Woman is climbing charts fast, hitting No. 1 in several countries including Martinique and Guadeloupe. Sports People: Tennis fans are also circling Gaël Monfils’ family story—his parents, Rufin Monfils and Sylvette Cartesse—amid renewed interest in his roots.

Global Film Buzz: Taapsee Pannu says Netflix’s new release Gandhari is exploding worldwide, with the movie trending at No. 1 in eight countries (including Mauritius) and climbing to No. 4 globally within days—she shared that release week has been “very stressful” and she’s barely been sleeping. Sports on TV: Fans looking for match coverage can find international channel listings for Newcastle United vs Bournemouth, with broadcasters listed across Europe, the Americas, and Caribbean territories. Regional Health & Martinique Spotlight: Martinique media reports St. Kitts and Nevis PM Dr. Terrance Drew was treated for a stroke at the University Hospital of Martinique, then travelled to Miami for further checks; Drew says he’s in stable condition and “good spirits,” while officials note the diagnosis hasn’t been formally confirmed in a detailed medical bulletin. Streaming Watch: Netflix’s Danish thriller The Secret Woman is topping charts in multiple countries, including Martinique and Guadeloupe, as viewers chase its amnesia mystery and twists.