Taiwan Trade Push: St. Vincent and the Grenadines PM Dr. Godwin Friday leads a delegation on an official visit to Taiwan marking 45 years of ties, with an investor roundtable and talks on agriculture, the blue economy, technology and sustainable development—plus a luncheon for the Vincentian diaspora. Cost-of-Living Electricity Relief: Government outlines measures to blunt high power bills, including removing some fuel charges on VINLEC imports, absorbing part of fuel increases, and a longer-term push toward renewables, alongside a VAT-free shopping day (Aug. 28) and expanded education and public assistance support. Digital Trade Modernisation: The state validated the draft VSWIFT Bill and Regulations to create a Vincy Single Window for Trade, aiming to streamline business-to-government processes under CARDTP. Blue Economy Jobs for Sea Moss: OECS and SVG wrapped a sea moss capacity workshop to lift production to international food-safety and business standards, with Fisheries Act amendments in the works. Medicinal Cannabis Business Platform: MCA unveiled Cannabiz SVG Festival 2026 (Oct. 29–31) to shift from “Cannabliss” toward trade, investment and partnerships in the medicinal cannabis sector. Tourism Connectivity Watch: Delta Air Lines is ending its St. Vincent route from September 2026, raising questions for visitor access as alternatives are sought. Regional Property Pressure: A study estimates Eastern Caribbean property values are down about 10% over five years, with risks of further declines. Fintech & Retail Commerce: Splectron’s Splectron launches AdBay, a phone-friendly digital directory for SVG stores and services, with online buying planned next.