Financial Sector Overhaul: The National Assembly passed a suite of five bills to strengthen St. Kitts and Nevis’ financial sector, including amendments to the Financial Services Regulatory Commission, Gaming Control, Virtual Assets, Anti-Terrorism, and WMD financing laws. Anti-Fraud Push: Police charged three people in a nearly six-year US$50 million fraud and money-laundering probe, with Paul Bilzerian and Gregory Gilpin-Payne facing multiple counts and Terri Steffen facing conspiracy to launder. Energy Independence Plan: The Federation and Nevis reaffirmed a renewables roadmap to reach energy independence by 2035, anchored by geothermal drilling in Nevis later in 2026, solar expansion, and an undersea cable linking the islands. Regional Governance: OECS leaders opened the 78th Authority Meeting in Antigua under Dr. Gaston Browne’s chairmanship, focusing on growth, climate resilience, security, and integration. Tourism & Economy: The summer calendar is set to drive a tourism surge, with major events including the St. Kitts Music Festival and another cruise stop bringing thousands through Port Zante. Public Health Readiness: TDC donated a Scherber first-responder backpack to the RLB International Airport Port Health Unit to boost emergency response capacity. International Context: Russia-linked drone attacks in the Black Sea reportedly hit vessels including one flying the St. Kitts and Nevis flag, underscoring risks to shipping.