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Dominica will take over the rotating chairmanship of the ECCB Monetary Council during a ceremony that will also mark the 50th anniversary of the EC dollar's peg to the US dollar.

Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar and CARICOM Secretary-General Dr. Carla Barnett were seen speaking ahead of the CARICOM Heads of Government meeting, signalling continued diplomatic engagement despite recent disagreements.

The government says the Citizenship by Investment Programme will remain in place, arguing it is a vital source of revenue while Antigua and Barbuda continues discussions with the European Union.

Citizens of Barbados and Guyana can now travel between the two countries using ICAO-compliant national ID cards instead of passports under a new bilateral travel arrangement that took effect on July 1.

Prime Minister Dr. Roosevelt Skerrit urged eligible Dominicans to complete the voter confirmation process, saying the Electoral Commission's role is to provide registration opportunities, not compel citizens to register.

Dr. Terrance Drew called on CARICOM leaders to settle disagreements privately and work together on regional challenges, saying unity is essential to address security, economic and development issues.

Event organisers must notify the Ministry of Health, meet public health requirements, and obtain permits before hosting mass gatherings during Barbados' busy festival season.

The new cruise terminal is expected to support home-porting from November 2027, allowing visitors to begin and end their cruises in St. Kitts while boosting tourism spending and creating new economic opportunities.

The partnership will expand higher education opportunities for students while strengthening agricultural research, workforce development and food security through collaboration between St. Kitts and Nevis and Southern University.

Police have detained a 25-year-old woman after businessman George Reece was found with fatal stab wounds inside a Woodford Gardens apartment.

The meeting was attended mainly by party officials, candidates and supporters, with limited participation from residents despite the party outlining its positions on key national issues.

Funds raised through the Investment Gateway Summit's charity silent auction will support Cotton Thomas Comprehensive School, strengthening educational resources for students with special needs.

McDougall said the Dominica Labour Party provides the strongest platform to turn community ideas into action, with a focus on youth development, entrepreneurship, education and economic growth.

Speaking at the DLP campaign launch, Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit said Ashma McDougall has the skills and leadership needed to represent Roseau North while outlining plans for jobs, innovation and economic growth.

Prime Minister Terrance Drew said the Federation is advancing digital services through a national ID system, online passport applications, a new Social Security app and an upgraded digital health platform.

The agreements cover agriculture, finance, security, housing, technology and climate resilience, with both governments pledging closer cooperation to boost regional development and strengthen CARICOM ties.

A World Athletics team is expected to visit Dominica in July to complete final site assessments as plans move ahead for the EC$14 million synthetic track at Pointe Ronde, Portsmouth.

The new Pediatric Therapy Facility will provide speech-language and occupational therapy for children with developmental, sensory and motor challenges through a partnership involving the Government and private stakeholders.

Dr. Angel Luis Olivera has been appointed as the first cardiologist at JNF Hospital, expanding specialized cardiac care in St. Kitts and Nevis.

Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew said investments in desalination, pipelines and groundwater management have expanded 24-hour water access to about 70% of St. Kitts and Nevis.