Dominica Budget & Education Build-Out: Finance Minister Dr. Irving McIntyre says education remains the “foundation of opportunity,” pointing to China-supported construction progress at Goodwill Secondary School, Kalinago Primary, Capuchin Primary (90%); and Tete Morne and Sineku Primary (85%), with 140+ jobs created and a focus on modern classrooms and technical skills. Budget Recurrent Spending Snapshot: The budget lists recurrent outlays of about EC$675.1m, including EC$10.2m for Environment, Rural Modernisation and Kalinago Upliftment, and EC$52.2m for Public Utilities and Digital Economy. Renewables Funding Call: IRENA opened a proposal call for renewable energy projects across Central America and the Caribbean, prioritizing submissions before Sept 1, with support via the Climate Investment Platform and Energy Transition Finance Accelerator. Energy Transition Payoff: DOMLEC reports lower July electricity bills as geothermal energy reduces the fuel surcharge, with typical savings ranging from about $24 (100 kWh) to thousands for large users. Conservation Capacity Boost: DNCTF grant recipients received training on financial reporting and environmental safeguards for biodiversity work, including rapid response to lethal yellowing disease and coral reef restoration in Soufriere and Scotts Head Marine Reserve. Climate Risk Outlook: Regional forecasters warn of intense heat, uneven wet-season rainfall, and flooding/flash-flood risks later in the season, tied to El Niño strengthening and global warming. Marine Conservation Spotlight: A global coral reef symposium highlighted urgent action on climate-driven reef decline and support for Indigenous knowledge, with the next meeting set for Rio in 2030. Regional Diplomacy: Dominica and the OECS assumed CARICOM Group chairmanship in Geneva, coordinating foreign policy positions at UN agencies.