Oil & Energy: US crude imports from Iraq resumed to an average 51,000 bpd last week, while Guyana’s exports to the US averaged 171,000 bpd. Oil Governance Debate: Exxon Guyana chief Alistair Routledge told critics “it’s not our job” to raise living standards, reigniting arguments over Guyana’s profit share and accountability. UN Diplomacy & Essequibo: President Irfaan Ali rejected Venezuela’s UN push to abandon the ICJ, insisting Caracas must comply with the court process. Public Finance Watch: The 2026 Mid-Year Report is drawing fresh scrutiny, including commentary on NIS cashflow versus long-term actuarial health. EV Skills & Jobs: Guyana Energy Agency graduated 25 more EV/hybrid technicians (102 total), as charging use rises. Aviation Safety: GCAA warned of animals crossing runways and said offenders face prosecution under the Civil Aviation Act. Maritime Disaster Response: MARAD seeks salvage firms for the MV Barima wreck; a retired Coast Guard captain is training ferry crews on emergency drills. Tourism & Local Capacity: 19 bird guides were accredited, boosting specialised birding tourism. Workplace Reform: Government launched initiatives targeting toxic workplaces, intimidation, and sexual exploitation/harassment in the public service. Crime & Security: Two suspects were arrested in an armed robbery at Nandy Park; separate reports detail gunpoint robbery of two Cuban nationals.