Regional Diplomacy: Saint-Martin’s First Vice-President Alain Richardson and external affairs commissioner Cyrielle Cuirassier attended the 31st ACS Council of Ministers in Panama City, highlighting new ACS momentum and trade/investment support via the TIPO network. France–OECS Ties: The OECS formalised a renewed diplomatic bond with France through the accreditation of Ambassador Marie-Noëlle Duris, pointing to shared work on climate resilience, public health, maritime security, education mobility and innovation—grounded in the close links of nearly 800,000 French citizens across Martinique, Guadeloupe and Saint Martin. OECS Leadership Push: At the 78th OECS Authority meeting in Antigua, leaders marked 45 years of integration and called for an “OECS renaissance,” with chairmanship shifting to Gaston Browne and a focus on trade, connectivity and economic resilience. Chlordecone Fallout in the French West Indies: A new Public Health France study says chlordecone remains widespread in Guadeloupe and Martinique, with most adults still showing traces and a significant minority above health thresholds, as France’s courts continue to close avenues for criminal accountability. Local Travel & Connectivity: Fly Dutch Caribbean will operate from Grand Case Airport from July 1, starting with small aircraft and aiming to expand routes, including discussions about traffic rights for Guadeloupe and Martinique. Caribbean Tourism Watch: Air Canada is adding a new premium lounge at Québec City’s airport and continues expanding Caribbean service, including Martinique and Guadeloupe.