Citizenship by Investment tightening: Dominica’s PM Roosevelt Skerrit says successful CBI applicants must now visit Dominica in person and spend time on-island to collect renewed passports, aiming to strengthen ties between “economic citizens” and local culture and development. US visa shock hits tourism leadership: The newly elected CHTA president, Dominica-born hotelier Gregor Nassief, and his wife were denied US visa renewal, feeding wider regional debate over Washington’s stricter stance toward Caribbean CBI-linked travel. Hurricane season readiness: With the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season underway, Dominica inspected emergency shelters, reviewed supplies, and urged early preparedness as NEPO coordinates response plans. Wellness and youth climate learning: Dominica launched a 2026 Tourism Awareness Program focused on wellness tourism, while a Junior Climate Resilience Champions summer program will train children 5–15 at no cost. Arts and culture spotlight: Garvin LeBlanc graduated from UBCO with a fine arts degree and multiple awards, and Pan in Harmony’s “Icons on Steel” concert raised funds for the Dominica Cancer Society. Local community finance pressure: Roseau Cooperative Credit Union delinquency climbed to $86.4 million, with calls for stronger member accountability. Eco-tourism event on the calendar: Soufriere Divesfest 2026 is set for August 29–30, celebrating Dominica’s marine life and dive culture.