JBDC Leadership: Jamaica Business Development Corporation appoints Daenia Ashpole as CEO effective Sept. 1, bringing trade, policy and MSME support experience. Public-Sector Pay: Government and JCTU sign a three-year public-sector wage agreement (Apr 1, 2025–Mar 31, 2028) including a $80,000 tax-free grant and 5% salary increases in 2026/27 and 2027/28. MSME Financing: EXIM MSME Facility approved financing for 28 enterprises in 2025, disbursing about $630.9M, with demand described as oversubscribed. Water Security: Government advances a long-term plan to connect Jamaica’s water systems, with the Western Resilience Water Programme investing US$170M in transmission and distribution works. Energy Update: Petrojam fire at Marcus Garvey Drive is extinguished; no injuries and no impact on fuel supplies reported, with some units shut as a precaution. Transport & Roads: New detour road opens off Montego Bay bypass; Spring Mount corridor sees temporary works to restore access after erosion and landslides. Business District Renewal: New Kingston Business District Renewal Initiative moves into implementation, targeting homelessness support, safety, sanitation and beautification. Consumer Safety: Police advise vehicle buyers and sellers to use safe, neutral locations like police stations for checks and title verification. Tourism/Trade Signals: World Meteorological Organization-backed CAP workshop in New Kingston focuses on disaster early warning capacity to protect lives and economic activity.