US Investment Push: The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation is sending a senior official to Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, and Antigua and Barbuda to expand its Caribbean project pipeline, targeting energy and infrastructure like seaports and airports. CARIFESTA 2029: Antigua and Barbuda has been confirmed as host of CARIFESTA 2029, with Guyana set for 2027 and Barbados for 2028, spotlighting the region’s creative industries. Maritime Security: PM Gaston Browne will open a three-day Global Maritime Security and Sanctions Enforcement Symposium in Antigua, reinforcing the country’s compliant ship registry and due-diligence role. Airport Works: The Antigua and Barbuda Airport Authority will remove three mahogany trees near the Sir George Walter Highway to protect air-traffic visibility as the V.C. Bird upgrade nears completion. Food Security Funding: ECCB Monetary Council approved an extra EC$25 million grant to strengthen regional food and nutrition security under the “Big Push.” Healthcare Partnerships: Michael Joseph signed seven cooperation agreements in China covering medical education, specialist care, research, and telemedicine. Community & Youth Skills: Construction has started on a Seatons community bathroom project, while the Taste of Wadadli Junior Chef Academy begins July 13 with a six-week kitchen training programme.