CDB Focus: Prime Minister Godwin Friday told the CDB’s 56th Annual Meeting in Nassau that the bank is key to advancing Caribbean development, urging stronger resilience, regional solidarity, and faster delivery on reforms and climate-resilient projects. Environment & Land: The GEF approved a US$6.1 million watershed restoration project for St. Vincent, led by UNEP and executed through the BCRC-Caribbean, targeting degraded lands and sustainable livelihoods. Tourism Push: Caribbean Week in New York 2026 is bringing regional tourism leaders together under “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences,” as ministers seek stronger connectivity and market share. Love SVG: St. Vincent’s Tourism Ministry received 29 proposals for the new Love SVG campaign, with ideas spanning heritage, eco-attractions, transport access, and community initiatives. Digital Inclusion: The DRIVE project contract worth EC$1.632 million was signed under the Universal Service Fund, with FLOW set to deliver services for five years. Hurricane Readiness: Friday urged Vincentians to prepare now for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season amid drought and limited recovery funding. Diplomacy: SVG and Cuba marked 34 years of diplomatic ties in Havana, highlighting cooperation in health and training. Local Life: A weekend of tragedy included multiple deaths and a reported missing child at sea, while Carnival preparations are in full swing.