AI Policy Push: Nevis Premier Mark Brantley argues Caribbean governments must actively shape AI’s impact on jobs, children, elections, and critical systems instead of letting it “happen to us.” UN Climate & Development: Acting PM Geoffrey Hanley told UNGA81 that the climate crisis is a development crisis for SIDS, citing debt, limited fiscal space, and weak access to concessional finance, while calling for resilience building and responsible use of emerging tech like AI. Right to Development at UNGA81: Hanley, speaking for CARICOM, stressed sovereignty and consistent application of international law, saying there can be “no hierarchy of human suffering.” Youth + Tech at Concordia Summit: First Lady Diani Prince-Drew backed youth inclusion in global discussions on technology and education, urging partnerships that move from dialogue to action. Sickle Cell Partnership: St. Kitts and Nevis co-hosted the OneSCD launch, with global partners urged to scale proven care and invest in country-led health systems. Agro-Processing Upgrade: Minister Samal Duggins welcomed the recommissioning of the Needsmust Agro-Processing Unit to cut post-harvest losses and expand value-added food production. CTU Leadership: Konris Maynard was elected President of the Caribbean Telecommunications Union, signaling a renewed push on regional digital resilience and inclusion. Marine Waste Research Link: CFBC and TaiwanICDF formalised cooperation to tackle plastic waste and marine litter, including recycling, capacity building, and data collection.