Port Security Upgrade: Antigua and Barbuda will buy X-ray machines to scan entire shipping containers and pallets, aiming to spot illegal weapons and firearm components that may be disguised as everyday items. Public Safety & Justice: Cabinet outlined new law-and-order measures after a rise in gun-related crime, including planned legislation on minimum and maximum sentences for serious gun crimes and sexual offences against minors. Trade & Investment Push: Antigua and Barbuda is co-organising major SIDS business forums with the Maldives and UN partners (Aug 23–25), bringing together 200+ participants from 30+ countries. Energy Costs: ECCB data shows Antigua and Barbuda recorded the lowest gasoline and diesel prices in the Eastern Caribbean Currency Union in July, with government support helping cushion volatility. Agriculture Skills: An Antigua and Barbuda delegation completed agricultural training in China focused on irrigation, soil monitoring, water management and smart farming—key for local water-scarcity challenges. Health Alerts: The Ministry of Health issued recalls for three pharmaceutical products, urging patients to check batch numbers and return affected lots. Education Support: ABST will be cut to zero for qualifying school supplies and food items on Aug 28–29. Tourism & Shipping: MSC Cruises is reshuffling winter 2027/28 itineraries, moving its Middle East routes and adding southern Caribbean sailings that include St. John’s, Antigua.