MV Barima Accountability & Recovery: Government ends the search and recovery phase after the ferry capsized on July 18, while MARAD moves to salvage the wreck—opposition and civil society say procurement delays and accountability gaps are prolonging grief, with calls for emergency speed and scrutiny beyond operational crew. Oil & Fiscal Oversight: The IMF urges Guyana to quickly settle Exxon cost-oil audit disputes and strengthen oversight, as critics argue transparency failures have stalled progress; meanwhile, reports say Liza One production has slipped below 100,000 bpd, raising questions about how fast Guyana captures its promised 50% profits. Energy Cooperation: Guyana and Jamaica sign agreements to deepen regional energy cooperation, including infrastructure and energy security—another step toward a more integrated Caribbean oil market. Cost of Living & Transport: President Ali fumes at airlines for refusing to cut Hinterland travel fares, saying high air costs are pushing up food prices in interior communities and hinting at expanding the Air Corps role. Local Industry vs State Competition: The GMSA challenges a $496.3M state water bottling plant, warning it could crush private manufacturers and put GWI in direct competition. Elections Pressure: The Carter Center flags the ongoing GECOM impasse and urges implementation of its 2025 election recommendations to keep local polls on track. CARIFESTA 2027 Planning: CARICOM meets Guyana culture officials as preparations ramp up for CARIFESTA 2027, with a focus on logistics, funding and youth development. Sports & Business: Caribbean Airlines launches a limited-time Guyana–Toronto Travel Tuesday promo, while Guyana Cup backs a cross-sport alliance with the One Guyana T10 Tapeball Blast.