Road Works Accountability: PM Gaston Browne ordered C.O. Williams Construction to redo defective sections of recently resurfaced roads at the contractor’s own expense, after public complaints about rutting, cracking and rapid deterioration. Infrastructure Financing: Government is nearing its first drawdown from a $100 million road improvement programme, with an expected first $20 million once amended documentation is submitted. Offshore Banking Overhaul: Browne says Antigua and Barbuda will “clean up” the offshore banking sector, including higher minimum capital (around US$20m) and removing preferential tax treatment, with a review led by the Legal Affairs Ministry and the Financial Services Regulatory Commission. Investment & Security Watch: YIDA Special Economic Zone owner Yida Zhang was shot twice at the Crabbs Peninsula compound; police are pursuing a suspect and have not confirmed links to recent thefts. Local Industry & Trade Policy: The U.S. Section 201 safeguard introduces a four-year tariff-rate quota on quartz surface products starting Aug. 15, with over-quota duties potentially reaching 50% after quota allocations run out. Tourism & Business Demand: CHOGM in November is expected to boost local businesses by driving demand for hotels, food, transport, entertainment and services. Community & Youth: ABWU Youth Arm marks International Youth Day with a panel on addiction’s impact on the workplace, while the Wadadli Superhero Community Outreach Initiative launches Aug. 15 with drinking water distribution. Public Safety: Police charged 20-year-old Sekani Isaac of Clare Hall with unlawful firearm and ammunition offences after finding a modified pipe gun and a 9mm round.