Tourism Growth Watch: Saint Lucia’s stay-over arrivals hit a record for April 2026, up 8.5% year-on-year to 40,752 visitors, with gains from the US, Canada and the wider Caribbean, plus cruise and yachting momentum. Political Pushback: Opposition UWP’s Dominic Fedee says the tourism “booming” narrative is premature, pointing to 2025 declines and cruise drops, urging a more cautious read of the recovery. Regional Marketing: The Saint Lucia Tourism Authority is in New York for Caribbean Week 2026 to strengthen partnerships and air connectivity under “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences.” Caribbean Industry Deals: OPEN Interactive says it successfully delivered CIS26 in Saint Lucia and flags ECCIRA as a key shift shaping the investment migration industry. Local Business & Jobs: Quayclean secured a major schools cleaning contract in Australia, highlighting how facility services are increasingly outsourced. Marine Livelihoods: A USD $80,000 project in Savannes Bay will remove marine debris and support seamoss farmers with sustainable raft systems. Health Policy: PAHO/WHO convened Caribbean nutritionists and legal drafters to advance sodium reduction and industrial trans fat elimination roadmaps. Youth & Culture: Republic Bank launched its “Five for Fun” youth cricket programme in Castries, while Junior Calypso and Soca winners were crowned at Mindoo Philip Park. Mobility & Costs: A CDB discussion in The Bahamas frames traffic congestion as a development issue, linking it to productivity and competitiveness.