Caribbean Week in New York: Tourism ministers and commissioners from across the region, including St. Vincent and the Grenadines, are set to gather in Manhattan for Caribbean Week in New York 2026, aiming to protect market share and boost economic resilience under the theme “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences.” Tourism momentum debate: A new look at whether tourism has lost momentum under the NDP government is raising questions about what’s changed since the Argyle airport era. Climate and travel risk: Reports warn that 2026’s drought, extreme heat and shifting rainfall are stressing ecosystems and tourism infrastructure across the Caribbean. Sandals and local jobs: The “Sandals Effect” continues locally, with training and hospitality programmes spotlighting youth readiness, plus taxi driver Kendal Neverson describing more consistent work from airport and guest transfers. Blue economy funding: OECS has launched a second call for proposals under the Regional MSME Matching Grants Programme (Window 2), targeting fisheries, coastal tourism and waste management value-chain groups. Marine resources: Fisheries Minister Conroy Huggins announced a queen conch hatchery and reef restoration push as conch and lobster landings decline. Diplomacy with tourism links: SVG’s envoy to Taiwan, Kenton Chance, presented credentials, with Taiwan pointing to cooperation areas including sustainable tourism.