IMF Watch: The IMF executive board backed Dominica’s 2026 Article IV assessment, citing 4.5% real GDP growth in 2025 and easing inflation, but warned fiscal and external gaps remain high and urged more consolidation, structural reforms, and disaster-ready buffers. Fuel & Cost Pressure: The UWP urged Dominica to push CARICOM talks with oil-rich Guyana to secure cheaper gasoline after regulated price hikes tied to the US–Israel–Iran conflict. Tourism Momentum: Dominica launched Tourism Awareness Month 2026, highlighting a 15% rise in 2025 arrivals, continued growth into 2026, and major site upgrades alongside a stronger marketing push. Fisheries & Trade Infrastructure: PM Skerrit continued consultations on making the Marigot Fisheries Complex an official port of entry, assuring fishers and vendors operations won’t disrupt livelihoods while opening new business opportunities. Electricity Reliability: DOMLEC blamed May 26 load shedding on a Fond Cole Power Plant generation shortfall, with repairs scheduled and geothermal expected to return to boost capacity. Regional Environment Agenda: OECS ministers met in Dominica to drive environmental sustainability via digital transformation, climate financing, capacity building, and wider public participation. Air Connectivity Shock: Caribbean Airlines’ route restructuring will cut service affecting Dominica and St. Kitts from June 1, with officials elsewhere saying consultation gaps worsened the impact. Social Protection Tech: WFP donated computers and tablets to strengthen Dominica’s social welfare data systems, supporting better service delivery for vulnerable families.