Regional Air Cargo Boost: St. Vincent’s Argyle International Airport says Executive Air has launched a new regional cargo service, aiming to strengthen logistics and trade—supporting tourism and hospitality with easier access to imported goods and creating “export pipelines” for farmers to reach international markets. Booking Access for Anguilla Flights: Trans Anguilla Airways is now live on Global Distribution Systems, a move expected to make inter-island flights easier for travel agents and travellers to find and book across the Eastern Caribbean. Currency and Identity: The ECCB is progressing with a redesign of Eastern Caribbean banknotes, replacing the Queen’s portrait with regional figures; Grenada’s Kirani James is set to appear on the EC$5 note from 2027. Central Bank Presence: The ECCB highlights how its Agency Offices across member states support currency operations, regulatory oversight, and public education—while clarifying they are not commercial banks. Health Milestone: Anguilla is among countries recognised by the World Health Assembly for eliminating mother-to-child transmission of HIV, HBV and syphilis. Tourism Spotlight for Anguilla: Shoal Bay East is ranked the top Caribbean beach in 2026, placing sixth overall worldwide in a list compiled by travel professionals. Emergency Readiness: St. Kitts and Nevis’ airport Port Health Unit received a Scherber First Responder Backpack donated by Anguilla’s TDC Group to upgrade emergency response capability. Refugee Funding Call: UNHCR is inviting organisations to apply for grants to support protection and assistance for refugees and other forcibly displaced people across the Eastern and Southern Caribbean, with a deadline of 24 July 2026.