Tourism & Community Spread: The Ministry of Tourism is decentralising the visitor experience beyond Frigate Bay, pushing community-led offerings that link tourism with local agriculture, fisheries and sports. Cruise Demand: Star of the Seas and Celebrity Beyond brought 10,500 passengers to St. Kitts at Port Zante, boosting the off-season outlook. Water Security Push: With a drought warning in place, government crews installed a new Basseterre Valley-to-St. Peter’s water line and are reinforcing sections to restore supply; officials cite below-average rainfall and El Niño-linked dry conditions. Nevis Power Leadership: Nelson Ald Stapleton was confirmed as General Manager of NEVLEC, bringing 20 years in the electricity sector and a focus on building local leadership. Maritime Industry Signal: The first ship recycling credit note was issued to Bella Shipping for scrapping a St. Kitts-flagged Capesize bulk carrier in India, using a credit mechanism tied to newbuild incentives. Education for Sustainable Development: UNESCO support will embed Education for Sustainable Development into St. Kitts and Nevis’ curriculum from September 2026, starting with Grades 3 and 5. CBI Governance: St. Kitts and Nevis was named “Program of the Year” at CIU 2026 awards, highlighting reforms and stronger compliance. Energy Transition: Nevis Premier says the geothermal project is “well within striking distance,” with preparations for a dedicated geothermal unit and upcoming drilling mobilisation.