ECLAC Update: The UN’s ECLAC cut its 2026 growth forecast for Latin America and the Caribbean to 2.2%, warning the pace is too weak to lift income per person sustainably—while noting Guyana’s oil-led surge is a key bright spot. Oil & Local Industry: Hunting PLC reported weaker H1 revenues and EBITDA but said it secured titanium stress joint orders tied to ExxonMobil’s Guyana projects, even as it trimmed FY26 guidance after tender delays. Aviation & Medevac: Guyana Rotorcraft Services Inc. received its rotorcraft Air Operator’s Certificate from the GCAA, clearing the way for commercial helicopter services and medical evacuation for remote regions. Tourism Data Push: GTA and partners launched a 2026 tourism data collection initiative in the Rupununi, training IPLCs to use QR-based visitor data to improve planning and support a Tourism Satellite Account. Housing & Water: CH&PA says it will drill a new potable water well in Circuitville, while also continuing consultations for housing expansion along the Soesdyke-Linden Highway. Cost-of-Living Policy: President Ali reiterated that cash grants are only a cushion, not a fix, and called for a more structured approach to address inflation drivers. Hospital Bonds: Government moved to recover about €30M in performance bonds after terminating two hospital contracts, with disputes heading to arbitration. Business & Tech: PSC met the Public Service Ministry on Guyana Development Bank collaboration and AI/digitisation, including support for startups and digital public services. Sports: Guyana Amazon Warriors topped the CPL table after a dominant win over the St Lucia Kings.