CARICOM & U.S.-Cuba Tensions: At the UN General Assembly, St. Kitts and Nevis backed Cuba’s push to debate the U.S. sanctions regime, while regional positions split on the vote—highlighting how deportations, visa tightening, and Cuba policy are shaping Caribbean diplomacy. Regional Integration in Court: CARICOM leaders agreed to seek a Caribbean Court of Justice advisory opinion on the procedural legality of Secretary-General Dr. Carla Barnett’s reappointment, with the current status quo continuing until the ruling. Cost of Living Focus: CARICOM leaders wrapped up talks in St. Lucia with renewed emphasis on tackling high living costs, while St. Kitts and Nevis PM Dr. Terrance Drew argued the real fix is stabilising energy through renewables. CBI Under EU Pressure: The EU’s directive to end Citizenship by Investment by June 2028 is driving fresh regional anxiety, even as CARICOM leaders say the issue wasn’t broadly discussed at the summit. Humanitarian Relief for Venezuela: A regional effort of 88 containers of emergency supplies sailed from Guyana to earthquake-hit Venezuela, including support from St. Kitts and Nevis. Local Governance & Community: St. Kitts and Nevis launched a gang graffiti removal drive in Central Basseterre, aiming to reclaim public spaces and improve safety. Public Life & Institutions: Former Deputy Prime Minister Hugh Heyliger received an official funeral, while the ECCB Monetary Council chairmanship is set to rotate to Dominica and the EC dollar’s fixed-rate milestone was marked.