Youth Leadership: The National Youth Council of Dominica (NYCD) elected Yannick Regis as President for 2026–2028, with Dylan Registe (1st VP), Keanu Winston (2nd VP) and Shervin Dominique (Comms) among the new executive. Electoral Process: The Electoral Office says about 17,000 electors applied for voter confirmation; over 11,000 are approved, while the rest are still being verified, with some applicants asked to correct documents or resubmit. Environment & Governance: Civil society groups, with CANARI, are pushing the government to move fast on implementing the Escazú Agreement after a Roseau sensitisation workshop. Regional Aviation Shock: Caribbean Airlines’ pullout from St Kitts and Nevis is said to have happened without consultation, and Dominica is also caught in the wider route restructuring debate. Economy Watch: The IMF welcomed Dominica’s 2025 growth (4.5%) but warned fiscal and external imbalances remain high, urging continued prudent policies and reforms. Public Services: UN World Food Programme equipment is being handed to strengthen Dominica’s social protection and data systems, including SWIMS support. Local Development: PM Skerrit continued consultations on making the Marigot Fisheries Complex an official port of entry, aiming to reassure fishers and vendors it won’t disrupt livelihoods. Tourism Push: Tourism Awareness Month 2026 was launched, citing rising arrivals and major upgrades, with wellness tourism in focus.