Cruise Infrastructure: Work has started on a new Port Zante cruise terminal to give St. Kitts a fresh turnaround option for P&O Cruises, with Iona and Arvia calling from November 2027 and Basseterre added for Iona fly-cruise itineraries; the project targets smoother security and immigration processing and comes as the island tops 950,000 passengers this season. Tourism & Jobs: Tourism Minister Marsha Henderson framed the terminal as a step toward homeporting, stressing private-sector participation and the need to keep airlift and cruise planning aligned with demand. Regional Governance: At the 51st CARICOM Heads meeting in St. Lucia, leaders focused on easing cost of living via fuel and freight measures, lower intra-regional cargo costs, more renewables, and faster work on a regional ferry service. CBI Pressure: CARICOM chair Philip J. Pierre said CBI was not discussed because it mainly affects the five active states, including St. Kitts and Nevis, while Europe’s visa-linked pressure continues. Agriculture & Food Security: FAO met St. Kitts and Nevis officials to set priorities under its country programming framework, including sustainable agriculture and site checks for Black Soldier Fly production. Public Safety: Nevis police are investigating a shipment seized after firearms and 1,500+ rounds of ammunition were found in a container sent from Canada. Business & Connectivity: C&W Business has rebranded to Liberty Business in St. Kitts and Nevis, positioning the firm as a digital and technology partner for enterprise growth. Energy & Cost of Living Context: IMF warned global inflation is worsening amid Middle East conflict spillovers, reinforcing the region’s import-cost squeeze.