Air Connectivity Shock: St Kitts and Nevis Tourism Minister Marsha Henderson says Caribbean Airlines withdrew from the St Kitts route without consulting government, after losses of more than US$1.6m—while officials scramble to secure another partner. Electoral Process Pressure: Dominica’s Electoral Office reports about 17,000 voter confirmation applications submitted, with over 11,000 approved and the rest still under verification, as critics call for a “reset” of the Electoral Commission. Local Governance & Jobs: The Prime Minister continues consultations on making the Marigot Fisheries Complex a port of entry, with assurances to fishers and vendors that livelihoods won’t be disrupted. IMF Update: The IMF says Dominica’s economy grew 4.5% in 2025 on tourism and infrastructure, but warns fiscal and external imbalances remain high and calls for prudent policy and reforms. UWP Fuel Cost Push: UWP leader Thomson Fontaine urges talks with Guyana for cheaper fuel as Dominica’s regulated prices rise amid the US–Israel–Iran conflict. Environment & Regional Leadership: Cozier Frederick, now OECS Council of Ministers chair for environmental sustainability, calls for more public involvement and climate financing. Social Protection Upgrade: WFP donated computers and tablets to strengthen Dominica’s social welfare data systems. Tourism Drive: Tourism Awareness Month 2026 launches with wellness tourism focus and site upgrades as arrivals keep climbing.