Blue Economy Funding: OECS has opened a second call for proposals under the Regional MSME Matching Grants Programme (Window 2), backing Value Chain Groups in fisheries, coastal tourism and waste management with grants of USD $100,000–$150,000 across Grenada, Saint Lucia and St Vincent & the Grenadines. Tourism & Safety: Saint Lucia reported its strongest April for stayover arrivals, but tourism leaders are watching rising gun violence concerns closely as visitors’ usual areas appear largely unaffected. Utilities Costs: LUCELEC says electricity bills are being pushed up by higher global oil prices and overseas instability, while WASCO has flagged “new rates coming soon” for water and sewerage, with the Prime Minister noting Cabinet has limited control under the NURC Act. Justice Sector Reform: Government updates highlight Swift Justice Project work, a Criminal Backlog Reduction Court, more virtual court operations at Bordelais, and courthouse upgrades. Trade & Regional Links: Saint Lucia is advancing practical trade and investment cooperation with Martinique after meetings involving agriculture, external affairs and commerce officials. Business Leadership: Executive Circle St. Lucia is set for June 18, focused on strategy-led execution and closing the execution gap. Health Access: PAHO/WHO and OECS-PPS will convene a workshop in Saint Lucia to improve access to safe medicines and health technologies, including launching a technical working group. Creative Industries Debate: Minister Ernest Hilaire says creatives should not glorify violence, especially violence against women, as public debate grows after the death of Joy St Omer.