Cruise Home-Porting Push: St. Kitts and Nevis has broken ground on a new Port Zante cruise terminal, aimed at shifting the country from “port of call” to cruise home-porting from Nov 2027, with modern passenger processing and security upgrades. Nevis Aviation Boost: Nevis also broke ground on the multi-million-dollar expansion of Vance W. Amory International Airport, including a 2,000-foot runway extension and new terminal, customs, fire hall and fuel farm facilities. ACTIF 2026 Deferred: The AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum, due July 29–31 in Basseterre, has been postponed “out of an abundance of caution” after evolving public health concerns in parts of Africa. CBI Security Tightening: Government says economic citizens will face biometric registration by next August, with passports reportedly becoming non-functional without biometrics. Disaster Preparedness Funding: St. Kitts and Nevis received EU funding to support Sendai Framework implementation and strengthen disaster risk reduction and recovery systems. Legal Update: The Eastern Caribbean Court of Appeal largely upheld enforcement in the Ramsbury vs Ocean View dispute, striking down one committal provision. Maritime Follow-Up: Apple Syder management continues contacting passengers after the June 29 incident, urging anyone not yet reached to call a dedicated line. Local Business & Youth: TDC continues sponsorship support for the Runako Morton Primary Schools Cricket Tournament in Nevis. Governance Calendar: Hon. Samal Duggins will host a Q2 press conference on July 15 covering agriculture, fisheries, sports, small business, entrepreneurship, cooperatives and the creative economy.