Aviation & Connectivity: Caribbean Airlines’ latest route cuts are set to hit Dominica and the wider Eastern Caribbean from June 1, with the airline withdrawing from the Dominica and St. Kitts markets and reducing services to Martinique and Guadeloupe, while a new LIAT 2020–Air Caraïbes interline deal (single ticket with through-checked baggage) takes effect the same day—fueling fresh debate on how regional connectivity is being rebuilt around emerging hubs. Regional Environment Leadership: OECS ministers meeting in Dominica pushed for climate resilience through digital transformation, while Dominica’s Cozier Frederick called for broader member-state involvement, climate financing, and public participation in environmental protection. Marine Pollution Watch: More than 60 regional experts are in Dominica for SARSEA meetings on sargassum management, aiming to shape national strategic plans and upcoming field work in Martinique and Guadeloupe. Weather & Disaster Readiness: Dominica remains under flood watch as a tropical wave brings showers and possible thunderstorms, with Saharan dust lingering and sea conditions rough—another reminder that preparedness has to match fast-changing risk. Energy Reliability: DOMLEC said Tuesday’s load shedding came from a generation shortfall linked to issues at Fond Cole, with repairs scheduled and geothermal expected to return to boost capacity. Tourism Momentum: Dominica launched Tourism Awareness Month 2026, highlighting wellness tourism and major site upgrades as visitor arrivals continue to rise.