OECS Leadership & Regional Air Links: Prime Minister Gaston Browne takes the OECS Authority chair and is pushing for a dedicated OECS airline, deeper regional integration, and stronger US/Caribbean partnership—aimed at improving trade and tourism connectivity. Fort James Renaissance Park: Browne says construction should start by September, with EC$5 million earmarked from the Sandals settlement to kick off beach enhancement, restaurants, recreation and public access; a marina and fort restoration are also in the mix. Long Bay Zen Resort (AI Tourism): Forbes spotlighted Antigua’s planned US$200m Long Bay Zen Resort near Willikies, featuring “invisible technology” like AI concierge, robots and automated carts, plus an over-water chapel. Diplomacy: Antigua and Barbuda and Honduras formally establish diplomatic relations, with cooperation flagged for tourism, trade and investment. CHOGM Accommodation Push: Hotels and tourism partners urge property owners to register as bookings intensify ahead of CHOGM 2026. Travel Deals & Promotion: Marriott Bonvoy rolls out a summer all-inclusive family promotion across the Caribbean, including Antigua. Air Access: EL AL expands its Virgin Atlantic codeshare via London Heathrow to add one-ticket options to Antigua and other Caribbean destinations. Sports Tourism: Minister Dwayne George meets Cedar Valley Golf Course management to explore upgrades that could boost sports tourism. Citizenship by Investment Watch: Experts flag currency volatility and stricter compliance checks as key hurdles for CBI applicants. Public Safety: Government warns it may prosecute people who vandalize bus stops and other public infrastructure.