Airport Expansion (Nevis): Nevis has broken ground on a multi-million-dollar expansion and enhancement at the Vance W. Amory International Airport (VAIA), with Premier Mark Brantley calling it a “next generation” boost for air connectivity, tourism and the wider economy. Tourism Strategy (OECS): OECS tourism officials met in Saint Lucia to push community-based tourism as a growth engine, backed by the EU’s 11th European Development Fund, with a focus on stronger national policies so communities become primary beneficiaries. Anguilla Travel & Hospitality (Private Resorts): ÀNI Private Resorts announced the January 2027 opening of ÀNI Shoal Bay in Anguilla, a 15-suite exclusive-use beachfront retreat built around a dedicated 1:1 staff-to-guest model. Aviation & Connectivity (Regional): JetBlue will add daily Fort Lauderdale–St. Maarten flights from July 9, improving links for tourists and business travellers across the Eastern Caribbean. Business & Community (Bank Sponsorship): St. Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla National Bank is sponsoring the 2026 Nevis Mango Festival as an “Essence of Mango” sponsor, supporting local entrepreneurs, farmers and tourism. Education (UWI): The UWI is preparing its fourth OneUWI Postgraduate Student Conference (Nov 18–21, 2026), highlighting research on healthcare, climate resilience, governance, education and sustainable development. Sports & Culture (Anguilla/Region): The Royal Anguilla Police Force held an awards and recognition ceremony, while Nevis also continues youth cricket development through the Runako Morton TDC Primary Schools tournament.