Cruise Infrastructure Push: St. Kitts broke ground on a new Port Zante cruise terminal aimed at cruise home-porting by Nov 2027, with SCASPA-led upgrades designed to boost visitor spend and extend stays. Nevis Aviation Expansion: Nevis also started construction on a multi-million-dollar VAIA airport expansion, including a longer runway and new terminal and fire-fighting facilities, targeting better air connectivity for tourism growth. Skills for Green Jobs: Deputy PM Dr. Geoffrey Hanley signed a Hamburg skills partnership to connect education and workforce training for renewable energy and other sustainable sectors. Workforce & Education Delivery: PM Drew visited the Basseterre High School site to counter claims of stalled construction, pointing to active local employment. Agriculture & Food Security: St. Kitts began preparations for a UNDP-backed national sargassum cleanup, including training tractor operators and equipping equipment for coastal response. Regional Business Setback: The Afri-Caribbean Trade and Investment Forum 2026 was deferred due to evolving health updates tied to an Ebola outbreak in parts of Africa. Local Governance & Utilities: Nevis Premier Mark Brantley apologized after a fuel surcharge was applied to electricity bills without advance notice, following public complaints. International Mobility: Ireland ended visa-free entry for St. Kitts and Nevis nationals, adding new travel requirements. Tourism Spotlight: Tourism Minister Marsha Henderson called the 2026 St. Kitts Music Festival a resounding success, citing strong attendance and hotel occupancy.