CBI Under EU Pressure: Prime Minister Terrance Drew says St. Kitts and Nevis is ready for the EU’s push to phase out Citizenship by Investment by June 1, 2028, pointing to reforms and a drop in CBI’s GDP share from about 22% to under 10%. Regional Diplomacy: Drew also announced a CARICOM initiative to address Rastafarian concerns, with a committee to study discrimination and submit recommendations. Financial Literacy Push: ASPIRE continues with hands-on banking exercises as Drew matches youth savings deposits up to EC$200, while Nevis hosts an ASPIRE Financial Symposium for graduates. Public Finance & Crime: The police won an ARIN-CARIB award for international cooperation in a transnational ATM fraud and money-laundering case, and courts ordered forfeiture of US$80,000 tied to a financial-crime probe. Tourism & Food Economy: Restaurant Week 2026 kicks off (10th edition) with 40+ restaurants and bank card promotions, while Nevis Mango Festival drew 5,000+ attendees and set dates for next year. Creative Sector Jobs: Construction is underway on the EC$50m Prime Creative Arts Centre, funded via CBI public benefit, with completion targeted for early 2029. Transport & Trade Risks: Makana Ferry reported a turbocharger issue after visible smoke but said operations resumed with refunds offered; separate shipping disruptions tied to Strait of Hormuz tensions are raising costs across the region. Sports & Community: St. Kitts and Nevis withdrew its 2027 CARIFTA Games bid, and Nevis’ netball camp plus Tejuan Webbe’s NACAC hurdles bronze highlight ongoing youth sport momentum.