Caricom Reparations Push: Caricom has presented a Britain-focused plan for decolonisation and reparatory justice, including the idea that colonised territories under British sovereignty should move toward structural economic decolonisation and political autonomy—an approach that a local lawyer says could clash with Bermuda’s interests. Visa Update for St. Lucia: Spain has named St. Lucia among nine CARICOM countries granted visa-free entry for short stays (up to 90 days in 180), while Jamaica, Guyana, Suriname, Belize and Haiti are not included. EU vs Golden Passports: The EU is pressing OECS states to shut down citizenship-by-investment “golden passport” schemes or risk losing visa-free travel, with small islands signalling they will not comply. Safety & Travel Advisory: The U.S. keeps St. Lucia at Level 2 “Exercise Increased Caution,” citing violent crime risks for residents and visitors. Crime on the Ground: Police are investigating the July 13 Marigot shooting that killed Saudi national Abdallah Ragab Abozorik. Cost of Living Measures: Government extends tax relief on essential food items, but shoppers say prices remain high as monitoring ramps up. Parliament Approvals: New tax and VAT measures passed, including a first-time land buyers interest deduction and extended VAT-free status for building materials. GBV Protocols: New standardized gender-based violence survivor protocols roll out nationwide, with advocates urging fast access to care. Youth & Skills: MICS 7 is in final validation to guide policy, and youth skills training is being promoted ahead of World Youth Skills Day. Disaster Readiness: Caribbean disaster responders in Jamaica train to improve “last mile” delivery of relief supplies. Regional Integration: Martinique formally joins CARICOM as an associate member, and CARICOM backs Rodrigues-Birkett’s UN Secretary-General bid.