Oil & Gas Policy: President Irfaan Ali says Guyana is reviewing whether it should invest directly in the next phase of oil projects as its Stabroek share rises to 39.8%, while critics point to Bank of Guyana data suggesting less than 30%. Bauxite Expansion: Talks with US-linked partners focus on a US$150M package to expand bauxite mining and processing, including new calcination and brown-fused alumina plans. Telecom Disruption: One Communications reports vandalism and copper theft disrupting service for about 7,000 customers over two months, urging stronger protection and public reporting. Security & Crime Finance: INTERPOL warns criminal syndicates are increasingly using illegal gold mining to launder cocaine profits, citing Operation Guyana Shield arrests and seizures. Diaspora Investment Push: Ali tells Guyanese in New York a special diaspora investment vehicle is coming with guaranteed returns, alongside plans for a single government services app and a national payment system. Public Safety Spending: Home Affairs Minister Walrond says about $467B has been allocated to public safety and security since 2020, with $100B budgeted for 2026. Business & Trade: GuyExpo 2026 officially launches (Nov 12–15) with registration open, positioning the fair as a growth platform for MSMEs. Infrastructure/Health Courts: VAMED asks the Court of Appeal to overturn a decision allowing government access to hospital sites pending arbitration.