U.S.-Caribbean Diplomacy: As the U.S. marks 250 years of independence, Washington is pushing a renewed Eastern Caribbean partnership pitch tied to “Freedom 250,” digital growth, and regional security. Cuban Doctors Crackdown: A new U.S. law targets countries that profit from the Castro regime’s medical missions, with State Department lists and possible entry bans and asset freezes for foreign officials. Grenada Diaspora & Tourism: Grenada’s Diaspora Homecoming 2026 is being hailed as a “tremendous success,” with Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell urging nation-building by those who stay and those who return—physically or via technology—while tourism leaders say the timing helps during the low season. Infrastructure Debate: A local policy discussion argues Grenada must strengthen public infrastructure oversight as it weighs the Finance–Design–Build model for faster delivery. Elections & Civic Clarity: Commentary calls for clearer voter registration rules and more open engagement from the Supervisor of Elections/Parliamentary Elections Office ahead of the next general election. Court Watch: A High Court ruling orders environmentalist Valma Jessamy to repay the Grenada Co-operative Bank over EC$2.5 million, plus costs. Regional Security Training: Eastern Caribbean law enforcement and prosecutors complete an RSS prosecution course aimed at improving justice delivery. Heritage Site Warning: A warning urges Grenada to pause before demolishing the Drill Yard, calling for a full heritage review and salvage plan.
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Diaspora & Nation-Building: Grenada’s Diaspora Homecoming 2026 is being hailed as a “tremendous success,” with Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell urging nationals abroad to help build from wherever they are, tying the push to Vision 75 and a 2049 transformation plan. Tourism & Heritage: A tourism symposium call for upgrading priority sites is met with a warning that the Drill Yard in St. George’s can’t be demolished without a full heritage review, salvage plan, and archaeological assessment. Elections & Civic Education: A voter registration forum argues Grenadians need clear, community-based guidance on who can register and remain registered, and criticizes limited public engagement by the Supervisor of Elections/Parliamentary Elections Office. Infrastructure Policy: An opinion piece weighs Grenada’s Finance–Design–Build model as a way to speed projects under tight budgets, while warning of long-term risks. Courts & Business: A High Court ruling orders environmentalist Dr. Valma Jessamy to repay the Co-operative Bank over EC$2.5 million, and another case involving former minister Nickolas Steele’s Grand Anse restaurant interests continues before Justice Agnes Actie. Regional Security: Eastern Caribbean law enforcement and prosecutors complete an RSS prosecution training course aimed at strengthening criminal case handling across member states.
Youth Violence & Social Media: A new Grenada-focused piece warns that viral school fights—often filmed by bystanders instead of reported—are shaping a worrying culture of aggression, urging earlier guidance and stronger intervention. Heritage vs Tourism Upgrades: As Tourism Minister Adrian Thomas pushes coordinated upgrades of priority sites, another voice flags the Drill Yard in St. George’s facing demolition, arguing Grenada can’t credibly sell heritage tourism without a full heritage review and salvage plan. Elections & Voter Registration: A voter registration forum calls for clear public education on who can register and remain registered, criticizing limited open engagement by the Supervisor of Elections/Parliamentary Elections Office beyond parties. Infrastructure Delivery Model: Grenada’s “Finance–Design–Build” debate heats up, with arguments that it could speed projects but also needs careful long-term risk management. High Court Legal Battles: The High Court orders environmentalist Valma Jessamy to pay over EC$2.5m to the Co-operative Bank after consolidated rulings, while another case involving former minister Nickolas Steele’s beach restaurant interests continues before Justice Agnes Actie. Party Politics: Kennedy Budhlall warns of internal NNP tensions after the election, suggesting a clash between party leadership and former PM Keith Mitchell. Regional Justice Training: Eastern Caribbean officers and prosecutors complete an RSS prosecution training course, aimed at strengthening summary court criminal cases. Diaspora & Vision 75: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell tells Grenadians abroad that the country will be built by those who stay and by those who return with skills—framing it around Vision 75. Animal Welfare Funding Pressure: GSPCA announces a temporary closure of its veterinary clinic from 7 July due to staffing and funding constraints, while it continues shelter care.
Diaspora & Vision 75: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell used the Diaspora Homecoming Forum to push Vision 75, arguing Grenada will be built by those who stay and by returning expertise—using technology as the bridge. Animal Health & Trade Oversight: Grenada’s agriculture leadership defended how horse exports were handled after two Saint Lucia horses were euthanised following Babesia test results, with questions raised over permits, quarantine, and whether all options were fully explored. Public Financial Management: Grenada’s Accountant General Natika Bain-Charles chaired a regional Caribbean public financial management roundtable in St Kitts and Nevis, positioning Grenada in wider efforts to strengthen oversight and accountability. Procurement Watch: The Ministry of Climate Resilience invited quotations for World Bank-funded electronic office equipment under the CEGEB project—another concrete step in government delivery. Election Politics: The NDC invited citizens into manifesto drafting, but critics say the party should first publish a clear report card on what its 2022 promises delivered. Infrastructure Accountability: A local commentary warns Grenada’s public works suffer from weak project management—delayed payments, inconsistent enforcement, and quality concerns. Regional Resilience: EU-backed funding was announced for Sendai Framework disaster risk reduction implementation, including support for Grenada. Community & Non-Profit Pressure: GSPCA announced a temporary closure of its clinic from 7 July due to staffing and funding gaps, while pledging continued care for animals in its shelter. Currency & National Pride: Kirani James is set to replace Queen Elizabeth on the new EC$5 banknote, with ECCB’s redesigned notes rolling out in 2027. Spice Revival: Grenada launched a ginger production drive, importing 15,000 pounds of planting material to expand supply and lower prices.
Regional Sports: St. Kitts and Nevis, plus Saint Lucia, are set for the ANOCES Athletics Championship in Basseterre (July 4–5), with Grenada named among the competing countries and Saint Lucia’s medal hopes led by hurdler Khailan Vitalis. Disaster Preparedness: The EU is funding Sendai Framework implementation for St. Kitts and Nevis, Grenada and Suriname, including support for risk planning and a Delta Resilience Platform to strengthen hazard tracking and decision-making. Grenada Currency & National Pride: Olympic champion Kirani James will replace Queen Elizabeth II on the new EC$5 banknote, with ECCB rolling out redesigned notes across the Eastern Caribbean starting in 2027. Public Finance (Regional): Grenada’s Accountant General Natika Bain-Charles chaired a Caribbean public financial management flagship roundtable in St. Kitts and Nevis, helping steer regional improvements. Public Infrastructure Oversight: A Grenada commentary warns that delayed payments and inconsistent enforcement in public works are eroding trust and quality, calling for tighter contract and supervision discipline. Animal Welfare: GSPCA says its veterinary clinic/shelter will temporarily close from July 7 due to lack of a veterinarian and funding pressures, while continuing care for animals in its shelter. Tourism Policy: OECS is pushing community-based tourism as a growth engine, training member states to put communities at the centre of tourism planning.
Regional Sports & Readiness: St Vincent and the Grenadines’ men’s senior basketball team flies to Trinidad today for training before the Guyana-based FIBA AmeriCup 2029 Caribbean Pre-Qualifiers (July 6–13), aiming to qualify for the next stage. Grenada Currency & Identity: Olympic champion Kirani James is set to replace Queen Elizabeth II on the new EC$5 banknote as the ECCB rolls out redesigned Eastern Caribbean currency in 2027. Public Finance Governance: Grenada’s Accountant General Natika Bain-Charles chaired and helped launch the Caribbean Accountant General Network at the regional PFM/PEFA roundtable in St Kitts and Nevis. Infrastructure Oversight Debate: A local commentator argues Grenada’s public infrastructure projects suffer from weak management, inconsistent enforcement, and delayed payments that undermine quality and procurement discipline. Spice Industry Push: The Ministry of Agriculture begins a Ginger Production Drive, importing 15,000 pounds of planting material to expand supply and lower prices. Animal Welfare Funding Gap: Grenada’s GSPCA will temporarily close its veterinary clinic/shelter from 7 July due to lack of a veterinarian and funding, while still caring for animals in its shelter. Tourism Policy Shift (OECS): OECS tourism officials in St Lucia trained member states on community-based tourism planning, stressing local communities as primary beneficiaries. Jobs & Regulation: PURC advertises vacancies for Regulatory Engineers in water/sewerage and electricity regulation, focused on monitoring performance and enforcing standards.
Eastern Caribbean Currency Update: Grenada’s Olympic hero Kirani James will replace Queen Elizabeth II on the new EC$5 banknote, with the ECCB rolling out the redesigned Eastern Caribbean currency in a phased launch starting in 2027. Regional Public Finance: Grenada’s Accountant General Natika Bain-Charles chaired and helped launch the Caribbean Accountant General Network at the 2026 Caribbean PFM/PEFA Flagship Roundtable in St Kitts and Nevis, bringing together 19 countries to push stronger public financial management. Tourism Policy Push: OECS tourism officials met in Saint Lucia to advance community-based tourism, backed by the EU’s RIGHT programme, with a focus on local communities driving and benefiting from tourism. Grenada Governance & People: PM Dickon Mitchell used Grenada Diaspora Homecoming to argue for a shift from remittances-only engagement to diaspora “human capital” support, citing diaspora leadership on national boards. Local Culture: The Carenage hosted the third annual We Pan Fest, featuring six steel orchestras and a lineup of local artistes, with Senator Claudette Joseph highlighting culture-led community development. Public Utilities Jobs: PURC posted vacancies for Regulatory Engineer roles covering water/sewerage and electricity performance and standards.
Public Finance & Regional Cooperation: Grenada’s Accountant General Natika Bain-Charles is set to chair a Caribbean Public Financial Management and PEFA roundtable in St. Kitts and Nevis, leading discussions on strengthening public financial management across 19 countries. Diaspora & National Development: PM Dickon Mitchell says Grenada Diaspora Homecoming 2026 is shifting from remittances to “human capital” engagement, highlighting diaspora leadership on key boards including the PURC and transport bodies. National Culture & Community: The Carenage hosted We Pan Fest with six steel orchestras and major local performances, reinforcing steelpan as a community development platform. Agriculture & Resilience: National Spice Replanting Day kicked off during Homecoming, aiming to restore crops damaged by major hurricanes and revive Grenada’s “Isle of Spice” identity. Education & Scholarships: Ariza Credit Union renamed its secondary schools scholarship in honour of Merryl Baptiste-Lord, while Grenada–Serbia scholarships were announced for 2026–2027. Regulation & Jobs: PURC advertised vacancies for Regulatory Engineer roles in water/sewerage and energy services. Sports Spotlight: Grenada’s Kirani James will replace Queen Elizabeth II on the Eastern Caribbean $5 banknote, with circulation expected in 2027.
Diaspora Strategy: PM Dickon Mitchell used Grenada’s We Pan/Carenage homecoming week to signal a shift from “remittances only” to diaspora human-capital development, pointing to overseas Grenadians leading national boards like the Public Utility Regulatory Commission and Airport Authority. Cultural & Community Life: We Pan Fest filled the Carenage with steelpan and soca, featuring 6 steel orchestras and major local artistes, while Senator Claudette Joseph framed it as community development through culture. Public Finance & Regional Governance: Grenada’s Accountant General Natika Bain-Charles chaired a Caribbean public financial management/PEFA roundtable in St Kitts, helping set regional priorities for stronger public systems. Local Economy & Food Security: A Trinidad-based group pitched “blue gold” sargassum processing to turn beach-cleared seaweed into fertiliser and compost, aiming to support agriculture. National Identity & Heritage: A new piece flags the Drill Yard in St George’s as a heritage site at risk of demolition, tied to Grenada’s courts, prison history, and military-political development. Sports & Youth: Grenada’s diaspora homecoming commentary argues sports should get a bigger seat at the diaspora table, with calls for a National Sports Symposium.
Diaspora & Nation-Building: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell used Grenada’s Diaspora Homecoming to push a shift from remittances to “human capital,” pointing to diaspora leadership on key national boards. Political Campaign Signals: Mitchell also told supporters there will be “no change” in government for the next five years, while opposition figures and activists read Sunday’s NDC rally as a warning shot ahead of the next general election. Local Governance & Public Services: Nawasa says it remains committed to good-faith collective bargaining with the PWU after industrial action over delayed negotiations, while the wider region continues to grapple with water and service delivery pressures. Public Finance & Regional Coordination: Grenada’s Accountant General Natika Bain-Charles chaired a Caribbean public financial management roundtable at the ECCB in St Kitts, focusing on strengthening regional systems. Justice & Accountability: The High Court ruled against a prison officer’s challenge over travel permission rules, and police confirmed a senior hospital surgeon has been charged with assault. Culture & Community: We Pan Fest brought more steel orchestras and local talent to the Carenage, and Gouyave marked Fisherman’s Birthday with prayers, procession and boat races.
Diaspora Strategy: PM Dickon Mitchell says Grenada’s Diaspora Homecoming is a “fundamental shift,” moving beyond remittances toward human-capital development, with overseas Grenadians chairing and serving on key national bodies like the PURC, Airport Authority and Transport Commission. Culture & Community: The Carenage hosted the third annual We Pan Fest, featuring six steel orchestras and local artistes, with Senator Claudette Joseph framing it as community development through culture. Local Governance & Heritage: A new push to replant Grenada’s “Isle of Spice” after hurricanes highlights the government’s post-disaster recovery agenda, while debate grows over the Drill Yard’s future as a national patrimony site. Public Safety & Justice: RGPF charged General Hospital surgeon Dr Terron Hosten over an alleged assault in St Andrew; separately, a High Court ruling upheld rules requiring prison officers to get permission before leaving Grenada. Regional Security & Policy: Political chatter around a possible early election continues as Mitchell reiterates there will be no change of government for the next five years. Health & International Pressure: Grenada is offering special contracts to Cuban doctors to keep them at the General Hospital amid U.S. pressure over Cuba’s medical mission. Natural Hazards: UWI Seismic Research Centre urged residents not to panic after major Venezuela earthquakes, saying the region should stay prepared.
Diaspora Strategy: PM Dickon Mitchell says Grenada’s Diaspora Homecoming is a “fundamental shift” away from remittances-only thinking, pushing overseas Grenadians into boards and national development roles. Culture & Community: The Carenage hosted the 3rd annual We Pan Fest, expanding to six steel orchestras and spotlighting local artists and small vendors. Agriculture & Resilience: A Trinidad-based group is pitching a “blue gold” sargassum-to-fertiliser plan to pair with Grenada’s new beach-clearing tractors backed by UNDP and Japan. Currency & National Pride: Kirani James will replace Queen Elizabeth II on the ECCB’s new $5 note, with the Olympic champion framed as a living Grenadian icon. Political Watch: Mitchell told supporters there will be “no change” for the next five years, while NDC sources say St Mark’s caretaker role may shift to a school principal. Public Safety: Police charged General Hospital surgeon Dr Terron Hosten with assault, as hospital staff face questions over a “hush-hush” handling of the case. Disaster Preparedness: UWI’s Seismic Research Centre urged calm but preparedness after major Venezuela earthquakes disrupted the wider Caribbean Plate. Regional Diplomacy: Canada and CARICOM renewed a security, climate and trade-focused action plan after foreign ministers met in Panama.
Sargassum “Blue Gold” Push: A Trinidad-based environmental group says Grenada’s new beach-clearing tractors (backed by UNDP and Japan) should be paired with local processing to turn harvested seaweed into fertilizers and other farm products. Currency & Pride: Grenada’s Olympic 400m champion Kirani James is set to replace Queen Elizabeth II on the new EC$5 bank note, with notes expected to enter circulation in 2027. Election Politics: PM Dickon Mitchell told supporters there will be “no change” in government for the next five years and signaled manifesto work will start in July/August across polling divisions. St Mark Party Move: NDC sources say St Mark’s caretaker role may shift from Senator Quinc Britton to St Mark Secondary School principal Caris DeGannes. Health & Diplomacy Pressure: Grenada is offering Cuban doctors special private government contracts to keep them at the General Hospital amid U.S. pressure over Cuba medical arrangements. Courts & Prison Administration: A High Court judge ruled against a prison officer’s challenge over needing permission to travel abroad without Public Service Commission approval. Disaster Preparedness: UWI’s Seismic Research Centre urged Caribbean residents to stay prepared after major Venezuela earthquakes, saying there’s no direct link to the Trinidad-Grenada quake. Digital Resilience: Grenada co-hosted a regional cell-broadcast emergency warning validation workshop to strengthen early alerts for disasters. Diaspora Homecoming: Grenada’s Diaspora Homecoming 2026 kicked off at Belmont Estate, with a National Spice Replanting Day spotlighting recovery of nutmeg and other crops after major hurricanes.
Earthquake Preparedness: UWI’s Seismic Research Centre urged Grenadians not to panic after major Venezuela quakes, saying there’s no proof the events share the same fault system, but stressing the region’s active seismic risk. Grenada Politics: PM Dickon Mitchell told supporters there will be “no change” in government for the next five years, while NDC leaders push manifesto work across polling divisions ahead of a likely 2027 election. St Mark Leadership: Reports say NDC members in St Mark backed school principal Caris DeGannes as caretaker, replacing Senator Quinc Britton. Justice & Public Service: A High Court judge ruled against a prison officer’s bid to travel abroad without PSC permission, upholding the regulatory requirement. Health & Foreign Pressure: Grenada offered Cuban doctors private government contracts to keep them at the General Hospital amid US pressure over Cuba medical arrangements. Digital Resilience: Grenada co-hosted a Regional Cell Broadcast emergency warning validation workshop to strengthen disaster alerts across the OECS. Diaspora & Spice Replanting: Diaspora Homecoming 2026 kicked off at Belmont Estate, and National Spice Replanting Day highlighted efforts to restore crops after major hurricanes.
CARICOM-Canada Security Push: Canada and CARICOM renewed a results-focused action plan at the OAS in Panama, prioritizing regional security (including gangs and Haiti), climate resilience, and trade, with ministers calling for clear timelines and financing. Earthquake Preparedness: The UWI Seismic Research Centre urged Caribbean residents to stay prepared after major Venezuela quakes, noting the events can affect the wider region even if direct links to other faults aren’t established. Grenada Digital Resilience: Grenada co-hosted a Regional Cell Broadcast Emergency Warning System validation workshop, backing faster, phone-based alerts to strengthen disaster readiness. Citizenship-by-Investment Scrutiny: Antigua’s PM Browne hit back at European pressure over CIP-linked visa-free travel, arguing Grenada and partners tightened standards and that his own programme is run with integrity. Grenada Politics—Election Talk: PM Dickon Mitchell told supporters there will be no change in government for the next five years and outlined manifesto work starting in July/August, while local reporting also points to NDC moves in St Mark. Health & Governance: Police charged hospital surgeon Dr Terron Hosten with assault; a High Court ruling also went against a prison officer’s bid to travel without PSC permission. Diaspora Homecoming: Grenada’s Diaspora Homecoming 2026 kicked off with a welcome reception at Belmont Estate, spotlighting ties between nationals abroad and national development. Education Opportunities: Morocco’s government, with Grenada, offered 2026–2027 scholarships for Grenadians at Al Akhawayn University, covering airfare, accommodation, and stipends. Finance & Development: Finance Minister Dennis Cornwall represented Grenada at the OPEC Fund Development Forum in Vienna, focusing on climate-vulnerable financing gaps and partnership-building.
CARICOM-Canada Security and Climate Agenda: Canada and CARICOM foreign ministers met in Panama City to renew a results-focused action plan on competitive economies, climate action, and regional security, with Haiti and transnational crime on the agenda. Grenada Politics—Election Signals and Party Strategy: PM Dickon Mitchell told supporters there will be “no change” for the next five years and outlined a manifesto-building push through polling divisions, while opposition figures trade barbs over whether a snap election is coming. St Mark NDC Leadership Move: The NDC is reportedly selecting a new caretaker for St Mark, with school principal Caris DeGannes tipped to replace Senator Quinc Britton. Police Charge Hospital Doctor: RGPF charged General Hospital senior surgeon Dr Terron Hosten over an alleged assault in Paradise, St Andrew, as hospital staff watch the case closely. Government Contracts for Cuban Doctors: Grenada is offering Cuban doctors special private contracts amid U.S. pressure over Cuba’s medical mission. Digital Resilience Push: Grenada co-hosted a regional cell broadcast emergency warning validation workshop to strengthen disaster preparedness. Diaspora Homecoming Opens: Grenada Diaspora Homecoming 2026 kicked off with a welcome reception at Belmont Estate hosted by Foreign Affairs Minister Joseph Andall. Regional Disaster Context: Grenada’s PM issued condolences after Venezuela’s twin earthquakes, while UWI urged residents to stay prepared across the seismic zone.
Regional Security & Diplomacy: Canada and CARICOM renewed their Strategic Partnership after foreign ministers met at the OAS General Assembly in Panama, agreeing a refreshed action plan on resilient economies, climate action, and regional security. Disaster Preparedness: UWI’s Seismic Research Centre urged Caribbean residents to stay prepared after Venezuela’s back-to-back 7.2 and 7.5 earthquakes, while noting a separate quake between Trinidad and Tobago and Grenada. Grenada’s Digital Resilience: Grenada is advancing the Regional Cell Broadcast Emergency Warning System (CB-EWS), co-hosting a validation workshop to strengthen early warnings and public safety. Diaspora Engagement: Grenada Diaspora Homecoming 2026 kicked off with a Welcome Reception at Belmont Estate, hosted by Foreign Affairs Minister Joseph Andall, focusing on reconnection and development dialogue. OECS Governance: OECS leaders agreed to raise the retirement age for Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court judges from 65 to 70, citing recruitment challenges. Health & Development: Finance Minister Dennis Cornwall represented Grenada at the OPEC Fund Development Forum in Vienna, while Grenada also formalized a donation partnership for eye-care equipment.
Digital Resilience: Grenada is strengthening disaster readiness through the Regional Cell Broadcast Emergency Warning System (CB-EWS), co-hosting a validation workshop with OECS partners and backing from the ITU and World Bank. Diaspora Engagement: Grenada Diaspora Homecoming 2026 kicked off with a Welcome Reception at Belmont Estate, hosted by Foreign Affairs Minister Joseph Andall, as government pushes culture, investment dialogue, and professional exchange. OPEC Fund Diplomacy: Finance Minister Dennis Cornwall represented Grenada at the OPEC Fund Development Forum in Vienna, focusing on climate-vulnerable financing gaps and the “Vulnerability to Viability Compact.” Judicial Reform in the OECS: OECS leaders agreed to raise the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court judges’ retirement age from 65 to 70, aiming to ease recruitment pressures. Education & Testing: Grenada’s CPEA results show 1,601 students scoring 50%+ and 1,709 placed into secondary school under the Universal Secondary Education policy. Health & Services: Grenada continues regional healthcare cooperation, including eye-care equipment support linked to partnerships with China’s He Vision Group.
OECS Justice Reform: OECS leaders agreed to raise the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court judges’ retirement age from 65 to 70, aiming to ease recruitment pressures and keep experienced benches in place. Diaspora Engagement: Grenada Diaspora Homecoming 2026 kicked off with a Welcome Reception at Belmont Estate hosted by Foreign Affairs Minister Joseph Andall, spotlighting culture, investment dialogue, and professional exchange with returning nationals. Regional Digital Push: Grenada Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell urged CARICOM to move faster on AI and digital transformation, linking it to better public services, jobs, and stronger regional cooperation on rules for data and digital trade. Education & Scholarships: St. George’s University announced an August 2026 intake for Indian students, while Korea’s KOICA opened full graduate scholarships for Grenadian public-sector workers and educators (deadline July 21). Health & Partnerships: Grenada-linked OECS and partner updates included major medical education milestones (OECS student Camille Andrew’s Morocco MD) and eye-care equipment donations arranged through China’s He Vision Group. Energy & Governance: Global Petroleum Group says it’s ready to launch a second offshore drilling campaign in Grenada’s waters but claims it’s been stalled by lack of government approvals. Judicial/Policy Admin: Grenada’s Ministry of Education reported CPEA results, with 1,709 students placed into secondary school after the 2026 assessment.
Diaspora Homecoming 2026: Grenada kicked off its two-week Grenada Diaspora Homecoming 2026 with a Welcome Reception at Belmont Estate, hosted by Foreign Affairs Minister Joseph Andall, as government framed the return of nationals as both celebration and a development tool through culture, investment dialogue, and professional exchange. Education & Skills: Grenada’s Ministry of Education reported results from the 2026 Caribbean Primary Exit Assessment, with 1,709 students completing the external component and 1,601 passing at 50% and above, supporting placements under the Universal Secondary Education policy. Regional Digital Push: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell urged CARICOM to move faster on AI and digital transformation, stressing measurable implementation, cybersecurity, and regional cooperation to protect competitiveness and sovereignty. Energy & Investment: US-based Global Petroleum Group says it is ready to launch a second offshore drilling campaign in Grenadian waters but claims it has not received the cooperation and approvals needed from the Grenada government. Public Service & Economy: Flow reported service restoration after a regional subsea fibre damage outage, with automatic rebates for affected customers in Grenada and elsewhere. National Identity: ECCB plans to feature Grenadian sprinter Kirani James on the EC$5 banknote in a 2027 currency redesign.
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