Climate Resilience & Disaster Readiness: Antigua and Barbuda is moving to strengthen flood early warning with a two-day workshop on standard operating procedures for flood forecasting and warning, bringing together key agencies under the Early Warning Systems for Floods project. Air Quality & Health: The Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Service reports moderate air quality from a fresh Saharan dust surge, advising people with asthma and other sensitivities to limit prolonged outdoor exertion until Friday. Coastal Protection: Cabinet has engaged a coastal engineering firm to study shoreline stability and erosion at Fort James Beach, aiming for storm- and sea-level-rise resilient restoration that protects public access and environmental integrity. Green Climate Fund Clinics: The government says Green Climate Fund support is secured for renovating or rebuilding ten health clinics, but drawdown delays are tied to donor pre-qualification and missing old drawings. Regional Climate Diplomacy: Antigua and Barbuda welcomed the OAS Declaration on Improving Mental Health in the Americas, linking stronger mental health systems to climate disasters, economic stress, and social disruption. Maritime Sustainability: Saudi Arabia launched a Caribbean Maritime Transport Sustainability project with IMO support for 14 countries, including Antigua and Barbuda, to upgrade maritime laws and policy capacity. OECS Leadership: OECS marked its 45th anniversary as Gaston Browne took chairmanship, pushing an “OECS renaissance” focused on implementation, resilience, and regional cooperation.