CHOGM Prep & UK Ties: Foreign Affairs Minister E.P. Chet Greene met UK minister Chris Elmore as Antigua and Barbuda pushes final readiness for CHOGM (1–4 Nov), while Commonwealth Secretary-General Shirley Botchwey also met officials to review priorities and coordination. OAS/Development Cooperation: Sir Ronald Sanders urged stronger OAS development cooperation, tying regional diplomacy to practical outcomes. Housing & CHOGM Venue Delivery: The National Performing Arts Centre in St John’s is set to be completed by end of September to host CHOGM opening ceremonies. Public Safety & Policing Debate: Opposition Leader Jamale Pringle demanded full bill texts ahead of the Sept. 18 sitting, warning proposed changes could affect police powers, firearms, courts and forensic services. Education Policy: Government moves ahead with universal free education, while Barbuda secondary school teacher shortages and school reopening challenges remain in focus. Immigration & Travel Shifts: US visitor visas for Antiguans reportedly fell to zero in early 2026 amid new US restrictions. International Mobility: Ghanaian passport holders gained visa-free travel to Antigua and Barbuda (up to 90 days). Sports—CPL & Falcons: Imran Tahir’s record 5/17 helped Guyana Amazon Warriors beat St Lucia Kings, while Antigua & Barbuda Falcons’ CPL push continues as they hold top-two playoff positioning. Sports—Local Player Spotlight: Antigua & Barbuda winger Dion Pereira says he’s “happy to be back” after injury at Crawley Town. Reparations Row: Bahamas reparations advocates told King Charles “don’t come here empty-handed,” renewing calls for a republic.