US–CARICOM Border Security: The U.S. and CARICOM IMPACS signed a Biometric Data-Sharing pact in Washington, creating a framework for automated sharing of fingerprints and facial scans to strengthen border security and immigration vetting. Travel Advisory: The U.S. upgraded its warning for St. Lucia to Level 2 “Exercise Increased Caution,” citing violent crime against visitors and slower police response times, with practical safety tips for tourists. CBI Pressure: St. Lucia’s Deputy Prime Minister Dr. Ernest Hilaire says the EU and U.S. raised national security concerns over Citizenship by Investment growth, while regional leaders push for coordinated diplomacy with Brussels. Dolphin Cove Deal: Dolphin Cove says its majority shareholder will sell about 80% of the company to a Saint Lucia-incorporated buyer, with refinancing conditions and a mandatory follow-up offer for remaining shareholders. Local Governance/Culture: Opposition is demanding the removal of the housing minister from cabinet, while Creative Industries Minister Dr Ernest Hilaire says Carnival pageant rules will be redone after two queens were crowned. Agriculture: Saint Lucia opened its first dragon fruit nursery in Union, Castries, to boost planting material and help farmers meet hotel demand. Crime: Police are investigating a fatal shooting in Marigot, where a 33-year-old Saudi national died. Sports: Saint Lucians won medals at the ECVA U20 beach volleyball event, and Courts Babonneau reclaimed the Republic Bank Panorama crown. Business/Travel: Spain added St. Lucia (and other CARICOM states) to its visa-free list for short stays up to 90 days.