Tourism & Air Connectivity: SVG and InterCaribbean unveiled a branded “Spirit of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines” aircraft at Argyle, with officials saying better access boosts hotels, taxis, tours, farmers and small businesses. Energy Costs: VINLEC set July’s fuel surcharge at EC$0.8320 per kWh, up about 9 cents despite a EC$734,959 subsidy, citing higher global oil prices. Trade & Diplomacy: Taiwan’s Latin America and Caribbean Trade Office (LACTO) expanded in Taipei to cover six allies including SVG, aiming to drive business matchmaking and market access. Education & Family Budget: The government moved to end a “mess” of uneven secondary registration fees for Form 1 students, targeting cost relief for parents. Workforce & Youth Skills: Zero Hunger Trust Fund launched a six-week agriculture internship for 45 Vincentians, placing them with host partners for hands-on agri-business training. Digital Trade Modernisation: Vincy Single Window for Trade (VSWIFT) began distributing ICT equipment to speed electronic licenses and permits via upgraded ASYCUDA World. Social Protection: Parliament advanced the Compassionate Gratuity Bill for non-pensionable, low-paid public workers, framing it as long-overdue justice. Business & Privacy Awareness: A local explainer warns that copying a Facebook “privacy rule” post won’t actually protect photos or change Meta policies. Regional Finance & Currency: ECCB unveiled redesigned EC banknotes replacing Queen Elizabeth II with regional heroes, signalling a new chapter for the Eastern Caribbean dollar. Maritime Safety: Reports followed the sinking of “MV St Vincent VII,” with survivors rescued and one fisherman later dying, underscoring ongoing risks in regional shipping.