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United Progressive Party Leader Harold Lovell said:<\/strong><\/p>

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I attended a few of our Carnival f\u00eates this year and I was extremely impressed with the high level of creativity, organization and execution.<\/p>\n

F\u00eate organizers got it right in delivering good entertainment value for money.<\/p>

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There was an explosion of new f\u00eates on this year\u2019s entertainment calendar and this signals untapped potential for \u201cevents tourism\u201d in Antigua and Barbuda.<\/p>

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Our cultural product has tremendous potential to generate business activity, attract visitors and stimulate growth in our economy.<\/p>\n

The UPP will position Antigua and Barbuda as the \u201cEvents Capital of the Eastern Caribbean.\u201d This will include a comprehensive calendar of events that will provide holistic year round cultural experiences as a key part of the tourism product.<\/p>

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It will also require greater inter-ministerial collaboration, particularly among Tourism, Culture, Events and Entrepreneurship to ensure that the most beneficial amenities and attractions are provided to attendees, sponsors and the community.<\/p>\n

The success of Carnival can be measured not only by the extent to which it instills a sense of national pride, by bringing the community together to celebrate our culture.<\/p>

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It should also be gauged by the impact on our economy, especially the ability to create jobs, among entrepreneurs and small businesses. #upptherightchoice<\/a> #golovellgo<\/a> #breakfastfete2022<\/a> #PeopleFirst<\/a><\/p>

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