EU/CBI Pressure: The European Commission has asked Antigua and Barbuda and four other OECS states to phase out Citizenship by Investment by June 1, 2028, warning it could jeopardize Schengen visa-free access—sparking debate on sovereignty and replacement revenue. Regional Broadband & Energy: PM Gaston Browne backs a shared OECS ICT network using EU-linked subsea fibre to cut broadband costs, alongside renewable energy expansion and geothermal plans. ECCB “Big Push” Financing: Browne urges the ECCB to deploy 5–8% of foreign reserves via innovative instruments to fund a regional growth agenda, while CARICOM leaders push cost-of-living relief tied to energy stability. Airport Works: V.C. Bird runway rehabilitation Phase 3 is substantially complete and still on track for September 2026 completion. Food Security & Agriculture Tech: Antigua opens a tissue culture laboratory to produce disease-free planting material, while an agriculture workshop urges banks to invest directly in farming and improve seed selection. Trade & Skills: A four-day services trade seminar runs in St. Kitts with OECS support, and the Regional MSME Matching Grants Programme extends Window 2 applications to July 24. Hospitality & Youth: Taste of Wadadli Junior Chef Academy launches with a new Turks and Caicos regional pathway for the top student. Utilities: APUA says outage-related appliance compensation must be evidence-based and urges grounded electrical setups and surge protection.