Geothermal Power Push (Outages/Costs): Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit says Dominica is the first Caribbean country to put geothermal energy on its national grid, but the plant is still in commissioning—testing and integration work that has contributed to recent outages; he urged customers to be patient, promising lower electricity rates and better reliability once the teething issues are resolved. Energy Utility Results: DOMLEC reported $1.99 million in profit for the financial year, citing stronger sales and renewable performance, with geothermal expected to drive future cost reductions. Climate Resilience Funding (DOMCREP): The $70.2 million DOMCREP project—backed by the Green Climate Fund—will support over 8,000 people across eight communities, including 520 farmers and agro-processors with climate-smart technologies, irrigation, and food-security measures. Citizenship by Investment Tightening: Dominica will require successful CBI applicants to visit in person and spend time locally, including traveling to collect renewed passports—aimed at strengthening programme integrity and meeting evolving standards. CBI/US Visa Shock (Regional Impact): The US denial of a visa renewal to newly elected CHTA president Gregor Nassief has sparked debate over tighter Washington travel rules tied to CBI screening concerns, with knock-on risks for regional tourism access. Economic Outlook (IMF): IMF figures point to 4.5% economic growth in Dominica in 2025, up from 3.4% in 2024, supported by tourism gains and construction activity. Trade Policy Talks (CARICOM COTED): Dominica’s trade minister chaired the 62nd COTED meeting in Guyana as CARICOM warned that energy-market disruption and higher fuel, food, and fertilizer costs could raise inflation and strain food security. Local Business/Finance: NCCU delinquency reached $86.4 million as treasurer Shannon Bedminister called for stronger member accountability to protect savings and reinvestment capacity. Public Sector/Projects: Skerrit says the international airport at Wesley is progressing, with major earthworks and runway/taxiway work underway, while also highlighting progress on the Goodwill Secondary School project. Governance/Politics (MP Resignation): Labour minister Miriam Blanchard resigned as Roseau North MP for medical reasons; a by-election is expected within 90 days.