AGP Executive Report

Tourism Talent: Anguilla student Amarni Webster won the CTO’s 2026 Regional Tourism Youth Congress in Guyana, becoming the island’s first Regional Junior Minister of Tourism. Sports Tourism: Anguilla will host the CTO’s first Sports Tourism Summit on August 12–14, 2027. Tourism Minister Cardigan Connor hopes the event can also help build a regional cancer foundation with Cricket West Indies. Tax Affairs: The EU kept Anguilla on its tax list and recorded a new deficiency linked to its exchange-of-information framework, urging the island to work with EU and international officials to address it. Tourism Recognition: Maundays Bay was named the world’s second-best beach in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 awards; four Anguilla resorts also made the Caribbean rankings. Public Revenue: Anguilla collected EC$217 million (US$80 million) from .ai domain registrations in the first seven months of 2026—47.5% of government revenue to date. Youth Sport: Anguilla took third place at the regional U15 Paradise Showdown basketball tournament in St. Maarten.

Tourism Youth: Anguilla’s Amarni Webster won the CTO’s 2026 Regional Tourism Youth Congress in Guyana, becoming the first Anguillian named Regional Junior Minister of Tourism. His presentation focused on developing young talent and opening career paths in tourism. Sports Tourism: Anguilla will host the CTO’s inaugural Sports Tourism Summit on August 12–14, 2027. Tourism Minister Cardigan Connor says he hopes the event can also help build a regional cancer foundation through sport. EU Tax List: The EU has cited a new deficiency in Anguilla’s exchange-of-information framework, keeping the island on its list of non-cooperative tax jurisdictions and urging it to work with EU and international bodies to resolve the issue. Beach and Resort Recognition: Maundays Bay ranked the world’s No. 2 beach in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 awards, while four Anguilla resorts also made the Caribbean rankings. The island placed eighth among top Caribbean and Atlantic islands. Public Revenue: Anguilla collected EC$217 million (US$80 million) from .ai domain registrations in the first seven months of 2026—more than tax revenue from the productive sector over the same period.

Tourism Strategy: At the CTO’s SOTIC conference in Guyana, Anguilla’s Tourism Minister Cardigan Connor stressed the importance of connectivity. Anguilla will host the CTO’s first Sports Tourism Summit on Aug. 12–14, 2027, where Connor hopes to advance plans for a regional cancer foundation. Youth Achievement: Albena Lake-Hodge Comprehensive School student Amarni Webster won the CTO’s 2026 Regional Tourism Youth Congress, earning the title of Regional Junior Minister of Tourism with a presentation on youth skills and jobs. EU Tax Listing: Anguilla remains on the EU’s tax blacklist, which now cites a new deficiency in its exchange-of-information framework. The EU has urged the territory to work with its Code of Conduct Group and the Global Forum to address the issue. Digital Revenue: Anguilla collected EC$217 million (US$80 million) in .ai domain fees from January to July—47.5% of government revenue so far, and more than productive-sector tax receipts. Tourism Profile: Maundays Bay was named the world’s second-best beach in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards; four Anguilla resorts also made the Caribbean rankings.

Regional Football: Anguilla’s U15 girls are set to face the British Virgin Islands on Tuesday in Aruba, where the BVI team is competing in an international invitational tournament. Sports Tourism: Anguilla will host the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s first Sports Tourism Summit on August 12–14, 2027. Tourism Minister Cardigan Connor says he hopes the event can also help build support for a regional cancer foundation. Youth Achievement: Student Amarni Webster won the CTO’s 2026 Regional Tourism Youth Congress in Guyana, earning the title of Regional Junior Minister of Tourism with a presentation on youth skills and jobs in the industry. EU Tax Listing: The EU has recorded a new deficiency for Anguilla over its exchange-of-information framework, keeping the territory on its list of non-cooperative tax jurisdictions and urging it to work with EU and international bodies to address the issue.

Tourism Youth: Anguilla student Amarni Webster won the CTO’s 2026 Regional Tourism Youth Congress in Guyana, earning the title of Regional Junior Minister of Tourism. EU Tax List: The EU has flagged a new deficiency in Anguilla’s information-exchange framework, keeping the island among eight jurisdictions on its non-cooperative tax list and urging it to work with EU and OECD officials on a remedy. Sports Tourism: Tourism Minister Cardigan Connor says Anguilla’s planned August 2027 regional sports tourism summit could help establish a Caribbean cancer foundation, with sport bringing countries together and fundraising for those affected by the disease. Island Profile: Maundays Bay was named the world’s No. 2 beach in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 awards; four Anguilla resorts also earned recognition. Public Revenue: Fees from the .ai domain brought in US$80 million in the first seven months of 2026—more than taxes collected from the productive sector over the same period, Premier Cora Richardson Hodge said.

Tourism Youth: Anguilla’s Amarni Webster won the CTO’s 2026 Regional Tourism Youth Congress in Guyana, earning the title of Regional Junior Minister of Tourism. The Albena Lake-Hodge Comprehensive School student beat 17 delegates with a presentation on youth skills and jobs in tourism. EU Tax List: The EU removed Panama and Vietnam from its blacklist on October 9, but Anguilla remains among eight listed jurisdictions. The Council also cited a new deficiency in Anguilla’s exchange-of-information framework and urged it to work with EU and international officials to address the issue. Tourism Spotlight: Maundays Bay ranked the world’s No. 2 beach in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards. Four Anguilla resorts also earned Caribbean rankings, while the island placed eighth among top Caribbean and Atlantic destinations. Public Revenue: Anguilla collected EC$217 million (US$80 million) in .ai domain fees in the first seven months of 2026—47.5% of government revenue for the period, according to Premier Cora Richardson Hodge.

Youth Leadership: Anguilla’s Amarni Webster won the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s 2026 Regional Tourism Youth Congress, earning the title of Regional Junior Minister of Tourism. The Albena Lake-Hodge Comprehensive School student called for stronger youth skills and clearer pathways into tourism jobs. EU Tax Listing: The EU has added a new deficiency for Anguilla over its exchange-of-information framework. Anguilla remains on the bloc’s list of non-cooperative jurisdictions as Brussels urges it to work with EU and international officials to resolve the concerns. Tourism Spotlight: Maundays Bay was named the world’s second-best beach in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards. Four Anguilla resorts also made the Caribbean rankings, led by Cap Juluca at No. 2. Regional Connectivity: At the tourism conference in Guyana, Minister Cardigan Connor said better connections are vital to Anguilla’s tourism growth. Youth Sports: Anguilla’s team took third place at the Paradise Showdown U15 basketball tournament, beating St. Eustatius 77–28.

Youth Tourism: Anguilla’s Amarni Webster won the CTO’s 2026 Regional Tourism Youth Congress, earning the title of Regional Junior Minister of Tourism. Her presentation called for more skills training and meaningful jobs for young people. Regional Sport: Anguilla’s U15 basketball team took third place at the Paradise Showdown in St. Maarten, beating St. Eustatius 77–28. Tourism Recognition: Maundays Bay ranked the world’s No. 2 beach in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards. Four Anguilla resorts also made the Caribbean rankings, and the island placed eighth among top Caribbean and Atlantic islands. Connectivity: Tourism Minister Cardigan Connor backed stronger regional air links at a Caribbean tourism meeting, calling connectivity vital to the island’s growth. Trans Anguilla Airways has also expanded in St. Kitts, opening an airport office to support travel, trade and family connections. EU Tax List: Anguilla remains on the EU’s updated list of non-cooperative tax jurisdictions, alongside seven other territories and countries.

Tourism Connectivity: Anguilla’s Tourism Minister Cardigan Connor says easier regional connections are vital to the island’s tourism growth. Trans Anguilla Airways has expanded its presence in St. Kitts with a new airport office, strengthening links for visitors, businesses and families. Beach Recognition: Maundays Bay has been named the world’s No. 2 beach in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards. Four Anguilla resorts also made the Caribbean rankings, led by Cap Juluca at No. 2. Youth Sports: Anguilla’s U15 basketball team finished third at the Paradise Showdown in Sint Maarten, beating St. Eustatius 77–28. Anguilla players Collani Joseph and Tahjae Conner were named to the tournament’s First Team All-Stars. Tourism Leadership: Connor nominated Antigua and Barbuda’s Charles Fernandez, who was unanimously elected chair of the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s Council of Ministers and Commissioners of Tourism. Visitor Growth: Anguilla ranked second in Caribbean stayover-arrival growth, according to figures presented at the CTO meetings.

Tourism Recognition: Anguilla’s Maundays Bay was named the world’s No. 2 beach in Condé Nast Traveller’s 2026 awards. Four island resorts also placed among the Caribbean’s top resorts, and Anguilla ranked No. 8 among Caribbean and Atlantic islands. Regional Tourism: Tourism Minister Cardigan Connor nominated Antigua and Barbuda’s Charles Fernandez, who was unanimously elected chair of the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s Council of Ministers. Air Connectivity: Anguilla-owned Trans Anguilla Airways has opened an office at St. Kitts’ Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport, expanding its regional presence. Connor called air links an economic lifeline for tourism, trade and family ties. Visitor Growth: Anguilla led the Caribbean in stayover-arrival growth, according to figures presented at regional tourism meetings.

Tourism Spotlight: Anguilla’s Maundays Bay was named the world’s No. 2 beach in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards. Four island resorts also made the Caribbean list, led by Cap Juluca at No. 2. Visitor Growth: Anguilla recorded the Caribbean’s fastest growth in stayover arrivals, according to figures highlighted at regional tourism meetings. Regional Connections: Tourism Minister Cardigan Connor called air links an “economic lifeline” as Anguilla-owned Trans Anguilla Airways opened an office at St. Kitts’ Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport, strengthening regional travel and business ties. Tourism Leadership: Connor nominated Antigua and Barbuda’s Charles Fernandez, who was unanimously elected chair of the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s Council of Ministers. Youth Achievement: Anguilla hosted the regional cadet drill competition, where St. Kitts and Nevis’ Defence Force Cadet Corps took overall first place.

Regional Youth Sport: Anguilla hosted the Captain Vernon Fleming Regional Drill Competition, where St. Kitts and Nevis cadets took first place overall and earned several top honors. Tourism Growth: Anguilla led the Caribbean in stayover-arrival growth, according to figures shared at Caribbean Tourism Organization meetings. Global Recognition: Maundays Bay was named the world’s No. 2 beach in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards, and four Anguilla resorts also ranked among the Caribbean’s best. Regional Connectivity: Trans Anguilla Airways opened a dedicated office at St. Kitts’ RLB International Airport, strengthening support for passengers and links across the Eastern Caribbean. Tourism Leadership: Anguilla Tourism Minister Cardigan Connor nominated Antigua and Barbuda’s Charles Fernandez, who was unanimously elected chair of the CTO Council of Ministers.

Tourism Leadership: Anguilla’s Tourism Minister Cardigan Connor nominated Antigua and Barbuda’s Charles “Max” Fernandez, who was unanimously elected chairman of the Caribbean Tourism Organisation’s Council of Ministers and Commissioners of Tourism, returning Antigua and Barbuda to the top role for the first time in over 15 years. Anguilla Tourism Spotlight: Maundays Bay was named the world’s No. 2 beach in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards, with Cap Juluca and three other Anguilla resorts also placing in the Caribbean Islands category. Regional Air Connectivity: Trans Anguilla Airways opened a dedicated office and local team at St. Kitts’ Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport, with Anguilla officials calling the move an “economic lifeline” for tourism, trade and family links. Travel Industry Buzz: Silversea unveiled 103 new sailings for 2028/29, including new S.A.L.T. Culinary Voyages timed to major cultural moments. Legal/Utilities: The Court of First Instance ordered GEBE to start corrective work on dangerous exposed cables at a Simpson Bay property within four weeks and addressed questions over a disconnection despite a credit balance. Sports/Community: St. Maarten’s Valeska Laurant earned the Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM) designation, and the 3rd Annual U15 Paradise Showdown is set for Oct. 3–7 in Sint Maarten.

Tourism Accolades: Anguilla’s Maundays Bay was named the world’s No. 2 beach in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards, with Cap Juluca (No. 2) leading four Anguilla resorts also recognized (Malliouhana No. 20, Zemi Beach House No. 23, Four Seasons Resort and Residences Anguilla No. 34). Regional Airlift: Anguilla Tourism Minister Cardigan Connor called regional air connectivity an “economic lifeline” as Trans Anguilla Airways opened a dedicated St. Kitts office at Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport, strengthening links for tourism, trade and family travel. Aviation Expansion: The airline also set up a locally based team in St. Kitts and Nevis, part of a wider push to make travel between northeastern Caribbean islands easier. Hospitality Spotlight: Four Seasons Resort and Residences Anguilla retained MICHELIN Key recognition, while Dart’s portfolio added more MICHELIN Keys across the region. Local Courts: The Court of First Instance ordered GEBE to start corrective work on dangerous exposed cables at a Simpson Bay property within four weeks and addressed questions over a disconnection despite a credit balance. Sports & Youth: St. Maarten’s Valeska Laurant earned the Distinguished Toastmaster designation, and the 3rd Annual U15 Paradise Showdown is set for Oct. 3–7 in St. Maarten.

AI Domain Frenzy: After President Trump pushed “super intelligence” (SI), demand for Slovenia’s .si web addresses exploded—44,000 registrations in September (up from under 2,000 in August) and a spike to about 13,000 new .si domains in a single day—fueling speculation that the next “domain gold rush” could mirror Anguilla’s earlier .ai boom. Court & Utilities: The Court of First Instance ordered GEBE to start corrective work on dangerous exposed cables at a Simpson Bay property within four weeks, and also questioned why electricity was disconnected despite an undisputed credit balance. Regional Air Connectivity: Anguilla Tourism Minister Cardigan Connor called regional air links an “economic lifeline” as Trans Anguilla Airways opened a dedicated office and local team at St. Kitts’ Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport. Sports & Community: St. Maarten’s Valeska Laurant earned the Toastmasters Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM) designation, while PSA is set to host the 3rd Annual U15 Paradise Showdown in St. Maarten from Oct. 3–7. Tourism & Travel: New data on Caribbean arrivals shows couples lead travel demand, with smaller destinations gaining ground as air access improves.

Regional Air Connectivity: Anguilla Tourism Minister Cardigan Connor says Trans Anguilla Airways’ new St. Kitts office is an “economic lifeline,” boosting tourism, trade and family links across the Eastern Caribbean. The ribbon-cutting at Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport marked the airline’s permanent local presence. Aviation Expansion: Trans Anguilla Airways opened its dedicated office and locally based team in St. Kitts and Nevis, reinforcing its push to make regional travel easier for passengers and partners. Sports & Youth: The 3rd Annual U15 Paradise Showdown (Oct. 3–7) is set to bring more than 90 young players and officials to St. Maarten, with teams from across the region and a new opportunity for top athletes to train in Tampa. Community Recognition: St. Maarten’s Valeska Laurant earned the Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM) designation, the highest educational award from Toastmasters International, after years of leadership and service. Tourism Spotlight: A new Caribbean travel feature highlights Anguilla’s “quiet luxury” as a top pick for couples.