BPO Milestone: KM2 Solutions Barbados marked 19 years in the island’s business process outsourcing sector, highlighting long-term investment in training, mentorship and career pathways. Cost-of-Living Push: CARICOM leaders, with the private sector, agreed on measures to cut import costs and logistics expenses, including plans to advance a regional ferry service and reduce trade barriers to make essential goods more affordable. Road Safety Alarm: Barbados’ DLP demanded urgent action over recurring flooding on the KNR Husbands Highway in St Peter, warning drainage and stormwater planning may be inadequate and calling for immediate engineering assessment. Police Reform: Legal Affairs Minister Michael Lashley says a major Barbados Police Service restructuring is underway to boost frontline numbers, digitalise operations and rebuild community trust, alongside new police station plans. Agriculture Under Pressure: Agriculture Minister Shantal Munro-Knight announced tougher steps against crop and livestock theft after an overnight patrol with police and farmers. Food Security Collaboration: Minister Sandra Husbands stressed multi-sector cooperation as Barbados moves through Phase Three of a China-Barbados agro partnership aimed at strengthening food security. EV Transition: Barbados’ EV uptake is accelerating, with electric and hybrid vehicles now about 70% of new sales, while officials urge planning for environmental impacts. Regional Cooperation: Barbados and Martinique signed a cooperation agreement covering areas like tourism, fisheries, risk management and vocational training. Public Service Youth: Government opened doors for 92 young interns through a summer public service programme. Animal Welfare Gap: RSPCA says Barbados has no law protecting green monkeys from capture or sale, after a monkey-for-sale post sparked outrage. Regional Governance: CARICOM marked its 53rd anniversary and leaders continued summit follow-ups from the 51st Heads of Government meeting.