Airlift & Tourism: Sunrise Airways launched a new twice-weekly nonstop Antigua–Barbados service, with inaugural flights landing at Grantley Adams and officials highlighting the route’s boost for tourism, business travel and regional connectivity. Infrastructure & Construction: Cabinet moved the EC$100 million road programme forward, with Barbuda’s Two Mile Road (airport to River Dock) set to start shortly and finish within eight weeks, plus an independent monitor for oversight. Housing Development: China-funded Barbuda housing at Louis Hill is nearing the construction stage after most surveying work was completed, with the grant already secured. Regional Trade & Investment: OECS and Morocco wrapped Economic Promotion Week talks focused on trade, investment and partnerships, with Antigua and Barbuda among participating member states. Energy & Cost of Living: The latest CPI shows electricity prices surged over the year to June 2026, pushing annual inflation to 3.7%. Entertainment & Visas: Reports say US visas were revoked for several Antigua and Barbuda entertainers, including Soca Monarch Tian Winter, raising concerns for artists who rely on US bookings. Industry Skills: St Joseph’s Academy used Taste of Wadadli Junior Chef prize funds to buy commercial convection ovens to upgrade its Food and Nutrition training. Governance & Policy: Antigua and Barbuda signed on to a new World AI governance framework (WAICO), positioning the country for more coordinated global AI cooperation.