Tourism & Public Sector Efficiency: Tourism Minister Dr. Ernest Hilaire urged public departments to show more urgency on tourism committee work, warning that postponed meetings and slow decisions are costing businesses “time and money.” Health Policy: Saint Lucia strengthened its vaccine and immunization approach after participating in a multi-country GAVI workshop in Copenhagen, focusing on vaccine equity and preparation for the September 2026 review window. OECS Leadership & Integration: OECS Heads reaffirmed confidence in Dr. Didacus Jules, reappointing him for a fourth term as Director General to push deeper regional integration. Agriculture & Value Chains: The Fisheries Department fully endorsed the Savannes Bay restoration push tied to sea moss farming, with new organization and capacity-building aimed at boosting farmers’ earnings and value-added products. SME Digital Skills: Taiwan Technical Mission training in Laborie, Castries, Soufriere and Dennery equipped 80+ SME owners with AI-powered marketing tools, with 97% rating the experience highly satisfactory. Energy Transition: Parliament passed a new energy law to open the grid to independent green power suppliers, aiming to reduce reliance on fossil fuels. Maritime & Trade: SLASPA marked the Day of the Seafarer by reiterating its commitment to safe port operations while expanding blue-economy opportunities. Local Business & Markets: A Mount Pimard Public Beach Park opened amid vendor concerns over demolition and compensation, keeping the spotlight on how public works affect small traders.