Fiscal Stability & Debt Swap Plan: Prime Minister Dr. Godwin Friday says Government is responding to Moody’s downgrade of St. Vincent and the Grenadines to Caa1 (negative outlook) with fiscal recovery steps, including pursuing debt swaps and shifting toward concessional funding as debt service reportedly consumes 39 cents of every dollar earned. Cost of Living & Electricity Relief: Friday outlined measures to cushion high electricity costs, including removing fuel charges for VINLEC, asking the utility to absorb part of fuel increases, and warning disconnections won’t be rushed; he also announced a vat-free shopping day (Aug 28), more public assistance, and education fee relief. Energy Sector Criticism: Former ministers Carlos James and Melissa Peters renewed attacks on the geothermal project and alleged cabinet-level technical ignorance and misunderstanding of Vinlec’s role. Infrastructure Delays: Opposition claims major projects are stalled under the NDP, including Fort Charlotte, Arnos Vale Acute Referral Hospital, and Troumaca Bay despite funding. Grenadines Recovery: Government says reconstruction and waste management efforts after Hurricane Beryl are continuing, with support from British financier Ian Wace. Justice & Public Safety: A farmer, Rhyse Henry, was charged with murder in the death of Clydon Cato; police also investigate an officer-involved shooting in Mesopotamia. Legal Literacy for Youth (Grenada): Canada-backed ECSC/JES symposium trained 100+ Grenadian youth on the justice system, rights, and community safety. Aviation & Trade Modernisation: ECCAA plans a St. Vincent office; Government advances VSWIFT legislation to modernise trade via a single window. CPL in Kingstown: CPL kicks off Aug 7 at Arnos Vale with Jamaica Kingsmen vs Antigua & Barbuda Falcons, plus drone shows and free fan health screenings across host venues. Sports Leadership: Michael Findlay appointed head coach of Vincy Heat on a 24-month contract; Government plans to formalize a national athletes’ support program.