Blue Economy & Marine Tourism: Dominica is pushing marine tourism growth with plans for a modern Portsmouth marina, aiming to attract yacht and luxury visitors while protecting the island’s blue economy and natural assets. Waste & Public Health: A Bellevue Chopin resident says months of uncollected household garbage are drawing rats and creating health risks, renewing calls for faster action from the DSWMC and the Ministry of Environment. Climate Resilience for Farmers: The government announced EC$1.5 million in fully state-funded crop insurance to help farmers recover after hurricanes and other climate-related disasters. Regional Cooperation: President Sylvanie Burton urged stronger CARICOM/OECS collaboration on climate action, public health, food security, disaster preparedness and other shared priorities. Sustainable Tourism Skills: OECS and partners wrapped a sea moss industry training in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, focusing on quality, food safety and standards for a stronger blue economy. Policy & Cost Pressures: Opposition Leader Jesma Paul-Victor warned that Dominica can’t build a dynamic economy on government alone and stressed that households still feel the cost of living most. Tax & Trade Reform: Dominica will cut personal income tax to a 10% flat rate from January 2027, and end “tax on tax” at ports from October 1 to reduce import costs. CBI Under Scrutiny: Government defended its Citizenship by Investment programme as the EU presses several Caribbean states, including Dominica, to phase out or risk losing Schengen visa access. Energy & Jobs Outlook: ILO warns El Niño could disrupt work across the region, hitting outdoor and informal jobs hardest. Conservation & Nature-Based Luxury: Secret Bay Resort unveiled plans for new cliffside villas and expanded wellness facilities, positioning growth alongside rainforest preservation.