OECS Airline Push: Antigua and Barbuda PM Gaston Browne renewed calls for an OECS airline, saying unreliable regional flights are leaving travellers “stranded daily,” after delays derailed his trips to CARICOM and even a Dominica meeting. CBI vs EU Pressure: Eastern Caribbean leaders backed a united response to the EU’s plan to phase out Citizenship by Investment by June 2028, agreeing on a coordinated Brussels mission and arguing CBI revenue helps fund climate resilience, healthcare and infrastructure. ECCB Stability Watch: The ECCB Monetary Council kept key rates unchanged and reaffirmed the EC dollar’s fixed exchange rate, warning global uncertainty could slow tourism and growth. CARICOM Insurance for Disasters: CARICOM leaders agreed to explore a regional insurance and reinsurance strategy to expand catastrophe coverage for hotels, hospitals and other critical infrastructure as extreme weather drives up costs. Health Partnerships (Eye Care & Cardiac): Antigua and Barbuda’s health minister advanced cooperation with China, exploring partnerships for eye care and a chest pain centre, including training and telemedicine links. Airfield Upgrade Safety: Antigua’s Airport Authority plans vegetation removal along the Sir George Walter Highway to protect air-traffic visibility as the airfield rehabilitation nears completion. Youth & Community Peace: A Caribbean-wide peace walk in St John’s brought youth, educators and civil society together to promote dialogue and social cohesion.