ECCB & Currency Milestone: The Eastern Caribbean Central Bank is marking 50 years since the EC dollar’s fixed peg to the US dollar (EC$2.70 to US$1.00), with the Governor Timothy N.J. Antoine stressing the next phase is about using that stability for the “Big Push” agenda. ECCB Monetary Council Handover: Dominica will take over the ECCB Monetary Council chairmanship on July 9, with Dr. Irving McIntyre succeeding Antigua’s Gaston Browne, and the same ceremony will unveil redesigned EC banknotes and coins. Anguilla Tourism Growth: New data points to Anguilla as the fastest-growing Caribbean tourism destination in early 2026, up 24.6% in stayover visitors, helped by stronger connectivity and continued luxury demand. Nevis Airport Expansion: Nevis has begun a multi-million-dollar expansion of the Vance W. Amory International Airport, including a longer runway and upgraded terminal and customs facilities, aimed at boosting air traffic and tourism. Air Connectivity for Anguilla: Trans Anguilla Airways says it has reached a major milestone with GDS integration, improving visibility and access for travellers across the region. Travel Trade & Payments: BermudAir is pushing its Advisor Commission Pledge to strengthen Canadian travel agent support, while Rocco Forte Hotels partners with Sion to speed up commission payments for advisors. Regional Business & Tourism Policy: OECS tourism officials met in Saint Lucia to advance community-based tourism policies, backed by EU funding, to keep more tourism benefits in local communities.