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Finance Minister Dr. Irving McIntyre said the IMF expects Dominica’s economy to expand by 3.1% in 2026, following an estimated 4.5% growth in 2025 driven by tourism, construction and trade.

Four years after taking office, the Drew administration highlights progress in water security, renewable energy, education, healthcare, infrastructure and social programmes as it enters its fifth year in government.

Scheduled airline capacity across the Caribbean fell by 4.2% in July 2026, removing about 200,000 seats and raising concerns over regional connectivity, tourism and economic activity.

Dominica will present its EC$1.119 billion National Budget today, with Associate Times bringing you live updates on every major announcement, sector allocation, and key measure as it happens.

The 2026/2027 National Budget is expected to outline Dominica's spending priorities, including healthcare, education, infrastructure, job creation and economic measures for the new financial year.

Deputy Prime Minister Ernest Hilaire praised Julien Alfred as Saint Lucia marked two years since she became the country's first Olympic medallist with her historic 100m gold in Paris.

Richards claimed silver in the men's 400m, while cyclist Nicholas Paul secured another silver and the women's 4x100m relay team earned bronze as Trinidad and Tobago enjoyed another successful day at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games.

Prime Minister Gaston Browne said Antigua and Barbuda has addressed all US security concerns surrounding its Citizenship by Investment Programme and is seeking a review of the visa restrictions imposed on its citizens.

A site visit on August 4 will mark the start of the rehabilitation project, with construction set to begin shortly after under an EC$898,000 contract awarded to CR5 Limited.

The government plans to strengthen anti-terrorism laws, expand intelligence-sharing with the United States and CARICOM, improve border security, and disrupt terrorist financing.

The facility is expected to produce two million gallons of potable water daily, significantly improving water security and providing 24-hour access to around 70 percent of St. Kitts' population.

The 22-year-old sprinter claimed silver in the women’s 200m final with a time of 22.35 seconds, earning Trinidad and Tobago a podium finish at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

Peters finished fourth with a best throw of 83.88 metres, narrowly missing the podium as Grenada celebrated Lindon Victor’s historic third consecutive Commonwealth Games decathlon title.

Victor recovered from a difficult opening day to finish with a season-best 8,096 points, becoming the first athlete to win three consecutive Commonwealth Games decathlon titles.

Watson was disqualified for a lane infringement during the men's 400m semi-final, leaving Zandrion Barnes as Jamaica's only representative in the final at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games.

Chase, who played a key role in the Kings’ 2024 CPL title triumph, takes over the captaincy with the backing of head coach Daren Sammy as the franchise prepares for the 2026 season.

Dennick Luke clocked 49.27 seconds to finish fourth in the men's 400m hurdles final, missing the bronze medal by just 0.05 seconds as Dominica continued its strong showing at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games.

Walters marked Grenada’s historic Commonwealth Games para debut with a personal-best throw in the men’s F42-64 discus event, inspiring wider support for inclusive sport across the country.

The Prime Minister said the Symbol of Love project will preserve St. Kitts and Nevis’ history while creating a landmark attraction expected to boost tourism, generate jobs and strengthen the national economy.

The Federation topped all Caribbean nations in the 2026 Rumavi Global Relocation Index, earning strong scores for tax policies, climate resilience and quality of life across six relocation categories.