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The government of Antigua and Barbuda is closely watching political and economic shifts in the United States, assessing their potential impact.
Following President Trump’s address to Congress, the Cabinet opted to delay policy decisions until a clearer picture emerges.
Officials are particularly concerned about market instability and the possibility of fewer US tourists—who make up more than half of arrivals—should economic downturns affect travel spending.
Amid these uncertainties, food security has become a key focus. The government is working with agricultural officials and local farmers to boost production of poultry, eggs, fruit, and vegetables. Given the risk of drought, efforts to expand water storage through new dams are being considered.
Plans are also underway to promote backyard gardening and revive Antigua and Barbuda’s abandoned coconut plantation in collaboration with the Barbuda Council. The government aims to enhance self-sufficiency, particularly by developing local poultry feed to counter rising costs.
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If the US is struggling, we need to strengthen ties with other markets ASAP.
Maybe it’s time to look at the Caribbean market more seriously for tourism and trade.
Maybe it’s time to look at the Caribbean market more seriously for tourism and trade.
Instead of worrying about US turmoil, let’s focus on strengthening local production.
Hope this includes real support for farmers so we can rely less on imports.
How will this affect food prices? Cost of living is already too high!
A smart move to monitor the situation, but what proactive steps are being taken?
My guesstimate from what I know currently the finical inequality high as well people are aware the economy is bad and new policies will make it worst, the broad tariff they appoint would affect a lot of products board from cars to even grocery products, as well as the DOGE gutting the little social policies America had so yeah. I been saying strengthen ties with latin American in preparation with this and since trump also bullying a of them which would leave a door open
I heavily agree with you Antigua should and could be self food efficient
We are definitely positioned to be impacted