AGP Executive Report
Last update: 37 minutes agoDigital Identity in the Bahamas: The Bahamas Maritime Authority launched a blockchain-secured Digital Seafarer Record Book, replacing paper with tamper-resistant digital service logs and QR verification, after a high-volume Carnival pilot; a separate Digital Arrival Card pilot is also underway to streamline visitor credentials. Marine Conservation (Queen Conch): FAU Harbor Branch’s Queen Conch Mobile Lab is now fully operational on Eleuthera, with first egg masses and the first hatch, aiming to produce up to 2,000 juvenile conch annually for regional restoration. Climate-Resilient Reefs: New global research finds 166,000 sq km of coral reefs across 71 countries have strong potential to survive climate change, with the Bahamas among key locations—though only 28% are actively protected. Banking Tech Disruption: Bank of The Bahamas says technical challenges after an Oracle core banking upgrade are being addressed by expert technicians, with updates promised as online and card/payment issues are resolved. Workforce & Education: Labour reforms near completion with new Employment and Industrial Relations drafts; meanwhile, Education Minister Chester Cooper flags a national shortage of about 300 teachers and new diploma pathways to lift graduation rates.
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