CHOGM Business Push: Antigua and Barbuda’s CHOGM planning committee is set for a major multi-agency security drill, “Exercise Resilience,” on Aug. 10 around Sticky Wicket and English Harbour venues, with expected road closures and traffic diversions. Education & Skills: The Halo Foundation donated $10,000 in scholarship support to GBSB Global Business School student Amejah Nibbs, while top CSEC performer Axleigh Akez won Grant Thornton’s Accounting and Business Awards and is now studying business and accounting at ABCAS. Tourism & Trade Networking: Antigua and Barbuda is using the 26th Afrika Festival in Germany to spotlight tourism and trade opportunities, with Ian Joseph describing the event as both cultural and business-focused. Air Travel Disruption: LIAT updated its Aug. 9 schedule for flights via the Antigua hub, advising passengers to contact its customer centre for assistance. Regional Policy Shock to Mobility: The EU has warned five Caribbean states—including Antigua and Barbuda—to phase out citizenship-by-investment schemes by June 1, 2028 or risk losing Schengen visa-free access. Local Economy & Real Estate: A regional property study says Eastern Caribbean prices have been stuck in a six-year slump, with values down about 10% over five years. Sports as Economic Driver: The Antigua Falcons opened CPL 2026 with a dramatic two-wicket win over Jamaica Kingsmen, while the Jamaica Kingsmen debut is also set to draw fresh attention to the league.