Chatham Bay Land Deal & Fiscal Turnaround: The NDP backs the sale of about 100 acres at Chatham Bay, Union Island, for roughly EC$54 million, saying proceeds are helping cut the central government deficit (April 1–July 31, 2026 deficit: EC$57.78m vs EC$125.23m in 2025). Parliamentary Fight Over Companies Amendment Bill: Opposition Leader Ralph Gonsalves warns the bill could trigger international scrutiny and damage SVG’s standing with global financial watchdogs, while PM Godwin Friday argues it will modernize rules and unlock private investment. Revenue Pressure: Government figures show current revenue fell 10.6% (April–July), with the drop linked partly to customs reporting delays after a secured system upgrade. Cost-of-Living Relief Extended: Cabinet approved a 90-day extension of the May relief package, keeping major fuel and electricity-related tax reductions. Aviation & Tourism Costs: Tourism Minister Kishore Shallow says SVG owes JetBlue over EC$10m from an inherited agreement, while Delta ends its Atlanta–Argyle non-stop service in September. VAT-Free Shopping Day: Local retailers report mixed-to-positive public response to the VAT-free promotion. Education & Community Projects: Sandy Bay residents are consulted on the permanent home for the new Sandy Bay Secondary School (CDB-funded EC$73m project). Agriculture Support: IICA delivered soil-health agricultural kits to farmers under a climate-resilient agriculture push. Digital Skills Boost: ECCB’s Generative AI and Python Summer Camp expands with real business projects, supported by Taiwan. Regional Business & Trade Signals: IRENA invites renewable energy project proposals across Central America and the Caribbean, including SVG. Governance & Public Service: Housing Ministry says it inherited more than EC$15m in arrears, slowing early operations.