Tourism Recovery: Jamaica says its tourism sector is rebounding fast after Hurricane Melissa, with about 80% of hotel inventory reopened and government support of more than $4 billion for 2026/27 marketing and partnerships. Urban Development: Minister Edmund Bartlett says Montego Bay’s waterfront and other townships will be redesigned under Destination Jamaica, with UDC, the Port Authority and Factories Corporation working with architects and NaRRA overseeing execution. MSME Support: JEF and YEA launch a new Business Development Centre at Ruthven Road to help MSMEs with training, mentorship, business clinics, and referrals for financing and procurement. Science & Skills: The SRC is upgrading its capacity with a $60-million lab investment, and it’s set for an AI-focused online visibility discussion on Sept. 18. Digital & Education Funding: USF awards $3M in ICT grants to 12 Jamaican students, while STATIN urges 3,900 selected households to take part in the 2026 JSLC. Diaspora Finance: VM Group will host a Jamaican diaspora financial series in Georgia, starting with a free event on Sept. 17. Policy/Immigration: Jamaica finalises operating procedures for the US third-country nationals arrangement, with safeguards including suspension if asylum/humanitarian applications are used to stay. Regional Finance: CIBC Caribbean highlights about US$820M in sustainable finance and clean energy financing across the region.