Healthcare Upgrade: Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew reopened the refurbished Private Ward at Joseph N. France General Hospital after more than EC$400,000 in upgrades, including 15 private rooms, improved bathrooms, air-conditioning, TVs, and a new buzzer system. Youth & Leadership: On International Youth Day, Drew urged young people to “dream boldly and lead positively,” while Central Basseterre MP Marsha Henderson stressed equal opportunities for youth to become creators and partners in shaping communities. Education & Foreign Policy: St. Kitts and Nevis awarded 37 Taiwan scholarships for 2026—the largest single-year cohort—tying study tracks to national needs like engineering, public health, business, and water security. Energy Transition: The Energy Unit trained over 20 technicians on SOLARISE solar PV applications to speed onboarding and component assessments. Identity & Travel Security: The federation introduced mandatory biometric enrolment for all citizens, with appointments available across multiple countries and a July 31, 2027 deadline for biometric-enabled passports. Local Politics: PAM set September 1 for its leadership vote, with nominations open until August 25. Economy & Investment: Demerara Distillers broke ground on a US$10m St. Kitts expansion to expand bottling, packaging, warehousing, and a new heritage centre.