Oil & Public Finance: The IDB says Guyana is still among the world’s fastest-growing economies and is improving how it manages debt, with debt-service taking a smaller share of government income and unemployment falling to 6.8% by 2024. Energy Security & Risk: The IDB also warns Guyana remains exposed to external oil shocks because 90% of energy demand is still met with imported oil, which can feed higher electricity and fuel costs. Exxon Audit Transparency Fight: APNU MP Sharma Solomon says government “silence” on ExxonMobil’s US$19.6B audit is not protection and argues Guyanese should not be kept in the dark while disputes drag on. Local Government Funding: APNU demands emergency funding for Linden’s Mayor and Town Council after the abolition of the Wismar/Mackenzie Bridge toll left a major revenue gap that could hit essential services. Mining & Investment Push: Government launched G-MEX, positioning Guyana to attract international mining investment through conference, exhibition, investor forum and geological showcase. Crime & Safety: Police are investigating a robbery under arms at a La Grange hardware store where about $23M was stolen, and a separate firearm find near Sage Pond Police Outpost. Road Tragedy: Two Indonesian nationals died and four others were injured in a Timehri road crash involving a sand truck driven by an unlicensed driver. Royal/Regional Spotlight: Buckingham Palace confirmed an eight-day Caribbean tour for King Charles III and Queen Camilla, including a state visit to Guyana ahead of CHOGM 2026.