EU Visa Pressure on CBI: The EU has warned five Eastern Caribbean states—including Dominica—that they must shut down Citizenship by Investment programmes by 2028 or face loss of visa-free access to Europe, with leaders agreeing to coordinate a unified push to Brussels. Regional Diplomacy: OECS leaders say they will send a high-level delegation to meet EU officials and argue for tighter due diligence, a regional CBI regulator, and continued protection of a key revenue stream. U.S. Immigration Politics: A U.S. bill introduced by Rep. Nancy Mace would permanently bar entry from 39 countries, including Dominica, prompting pushback from Antigua and Barbuda’s ambassador. Tourism & Jobs: In the Roseau North by-election, UWP candidate Danny Lugay proposes turning the former Public Works site into a major tourism and commercial hub to tackle unemployment. Local Infrastructure: Dominica reports Champagne Beach Tourist Reception Facility is 35% complete, with major foundation and visitor access works underway. Health & Food Security: The Zero Hunger Trust Fund launched an EU-funded regional initiative using schools as demonstration sites to boost food security, nutrition, education, and climate resilience. International Engagement: Dominica’s foreign minister met China’s top diplomat in Shanghai during the World AI Conference, signaling continued cooperation. Maritime Tragedy: Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre of St. Lucia expressed condolences after a deadly boat collision off the island’s west coast.