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The UPP hosted a public forum in Atlanta, GA last Thursday, as part of the Diaspora Connect Roadshow.\u00a0 The first stop on this three city US tour featured four panelists:\u00a0 Political Leader Harold Lovell, Deputy Political Leader Jamale Pringle, UPP Candidate for St. Mary\u2019s North, Johnathan Joseph and UPP Candidate for St. Phillip South, Sherfield Bowen.<\/div>\n
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This initiative held under the theme\u201c Partnership for Investment and Nation Building,\u201d targeted Antiguan and Barbudan nationals and those linked to the country by friendship, business, education, interest or affinity.<\/div>\n
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\u201cThis format aligns with the UPP\u2019s philosophy and practice of tapping into people-centred ideas. We want to empower Antiguans and Barbudans in the Diaspora who have the means \u2013 and the interest \u2013 to invest in their country and to contribute to nation building,\u201d said Harold Lovell.<\/div>\n
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The Political Leader also announced that the Linking Experts and Advocates in the Diaspora (LEAD) project will be established to engage highly qualified experts, professionals and advocates, to tap into their skills and expertise.<\/div>\n
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\u201cIt is important to engage the Diaspora in national conversations since many of UPP plans and programs will also affect those who have an interest in returning home or establishing a second home, \u201c Lovell said.<\/div>\n
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Going forward Lovell will make several announcements about a structure that will facilitate Diaspora Direct Investments (DDI), as well as special investment packages.<\/div>\n
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Several nationals also used the opportunity to express their grievances and discontent with the ABLP Government\u2019s continued dire performance in office. They spoke of issues such as the inadequate supply of water, increase in crime, a lack of development in the business landscape, the Government\u2019s persistence in using temporary solutions when fixing potholes, and many more. Drawing on their professional experience\u00a0 in healthcare, agriculture, business and other disciplines they provided in-depth, knowledgeable analyses of problems and workable solutions.<\/div>\n
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\u201cThe discussions at the forum were of a very high quality, demonstrating the tremendous intellectual capital that remains untapped, undeveloped and under-utilised throughout the Diaspora.\u00a0 These contributions will be given serious consideration by the UPP leadership as we finalize our plans and policies,\u201d Lovell said.<\/div>\n
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A similar forum will be held in New York on Monday October 3rd. These programs are livestreamed and available for viewing on UPP\u2019s YouTube channel.<\/div>\n
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