Electoral Reform: Dominica’s Electoral Office has started printing new voter identification cards, done by constituency and tied to the House of Assembly Elections Act, with collection dates to be announced through Voter Confirmation Centers. Opposition vs Government on Economy: Opposition Leader Jesma Paul-Victor told Parliament the government can’t build a dynamic economy alone, arguing growth needs private-sector partnership and stable conditions like infrastructure, energy and predictable regulation. Budget Fallout and Tax Relief: The 2026/27 budget debate continues to shape politics as the government pushes major income tax changes—moving to a flat 10% rate from January 2027 for earners above EC$30,000—while the opposition praises some delivery but keeps pressing on cost-of-living pressure. Cost of Living & Energy Bills: Public anger remains high over VINLEC’s fuel surcharge and the risk of disconnections, with the Prime Minister urging restraint while pointing to external drivers of fuel prices. Development Watch: Work on Dominica’s international airport is reported to be over 60% on the runway/taxiway and employing 400+ Dominicans, while President Sylvanie Burton warned Roseau fires and airport-site vehicle losses could hurt business confidence and project timelines. Regional Pressure on Passports: The EU has warned Dominica and four other Caribbean states to phase out citizenship-by-investment schemes by 2028 or risk losing Schengen visa-free access. Health & Agriculture: PAHO/WHO delivered updated EPI manuals to strengthen immunization services, and the government announced EC$1.5m free crop insurance for farmers plus a push for a national honey brand.