CARICOM Leadership: Saint Lucia officially took over the CARICOM chairmanship on July 1, with Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre pledging a people-centred agenda focused on unity, climate justice, reparatory justice, economic renewal, and tangible results for citizens. Community-Based Tourism: OECS tourism officials met in Saint Lucia (June 9-11) to strengthen community-based tourism, supported by the EU’s 11th EDF RIGHT programme, with a push to keep tourism benefits in local communities. Education Wins: Saint Lucia topped the Caribbean Primary Exit Assessment (CPEA), raising the national average to 79.26% and leading in every subject; the Montessori Centre produced five top performers, including Emerald Alfred (99.2%). Agriculture & Green Revolution: A high-level IICA–CATIE technical mission arrived to accelerate Saint Lucia’s Green Revolution and boost climate-resilient agriculture and food security. Public Safety: Agriculture Minister Lisa Jawahir says zero tolerance for stray cattle is in effect after renewed outrage over starving livestock in Vieux Fort. Justice & Reintegration: The Social Development Fund is strengthening inmate rehabilitation through specialized training for officers at Bordelais Correctional Facility. Health: Health officials renewed calls for more blood donors as donations decline. Sports & Culture: Bonne Terre Blazers won the KFC Basketball League title; Tamis Modeste was crowned Soufriere Carnival Queen 2026.