Long Bay Zen Resort Boom: Antigua welcomed the start of construction on a US$200M Long Bay Zen Resort, with PM Gaston Browne pitching ultra-luxury positioning and higher pay for hotel workers; the project is also tied to Vision 2030 and aims to expand luxury room stock and jobs. Luxury Tourism Spotlight: Hodges Bay Resort & Spa made Caribbean Journal’s 2026 “Cool List,” adding to Antigua’s premium brand push. ICT/Utilities/Energy Focus: Minister Melford Nicholas says his ministry is aligning priorities for 2026 to improve delivery, efficiency, and public service collaboration. Regional Aviation Realignment: A new LIAT 2020–Air Caraïbes interline deal (from June 1) lands as Caribbean Airlines exits key markets and cuts frequencies, pointing to Antigua/Barbados/Sint Maarten as emerging connectivity hubs. Trade & Industry Move: Sanmerna Paper Products seeks land near the Port of Kingston to expand its factory and re-enter regional export markets. Shipping Watch: Antigua-Barbuda flagged container ship Paya Lebar made a third Strait of Hormuz crossing in under two months amid heightened security. Cricket & Local Economy: CWI’s 2026 home schedule confirms Antigua’s Sir Vivian Richards Stadium will host West Indies Tests vs Sri Lanka (June 25, July 3). Workplace Culture: An HR leader urges employers to adapt to Gen Z’s demand for work-life balance to retain young talent.