UN Reform & Climate Finance: Prime Minister Mia Mottley used her UNGA address to press for Security Council reform, stronger multilateral action and fairer climate financing, warning that the “math simply ain’t mathing” for climate-vulnerable states facing a US$400bn annual shortfall by 2030 and higher borrowing costs. AI Governance: Mottley also announced Barbados will host the UN’s Independent International Scientific Panel on AI in November, as global concern grows that safeguards can’t keep up with faster-moving AI capabilities. Energy & Water Security: BNECL appointed Michael Sargeant as CEO, while the Barbados Water Authority says a US$220m South Coast Water Treatment project starts in October, boosting reclaimed water for farmers. Anti–Money Laundering Push: The Anti-Money Laundering Authority held an open day and warned supervised businesses that repeated non-response to warning letters could lead to penalties. Debt-to-Development Financing: Mottley outlined debt-swap plans, including an upcoming first debt-for-social swap with banks to fund social services. Tourism Deal Watch: Royal Caribbean’s US$3bn plan to buy a 50% stake in Sandals and Beaches signals a new push to scale Caribbean all-inclusives globally. Local Business & Property: Barbados Agricultural Society insists CEO James Paul retired effective Sept 1, and a court ruling at Kings Beach Village underscores developers’ duty to respect public road access.