CARICOM diplomacy: The OECS and Dominica have taken over the rotating CARICOM Group chairmanship in Geneva, succeeding Haiti, as the Geneva missions coordinate positions across the UN and WTO. Barbados healthcare tech: The eighth Chinese Medical Team to Barbados says it has introduced two first-of-their-kind technologies, including Barbados’ first IVUS-guided coronary intervention and first salivary gland imaging, alongside outreach and skills training. China-backed infrastructure: China says it is rebuilding the National Stadium on the former site in Waterford, with a new 10,000-seat complex funded via a government grant. Barbados economy watch: UWI economist Dr Antonio Alleyne warns headline growth can mask vulnerabilities, citing reliance on tourism, temporary tax gains and foreign borrowing as global pressures build. Agriculture crackdown: The Ministry of Agriculture says it has intensified action against farm thieves, convening a committee with police, defence force and farmers, though no arrests have been reported yet. Food security push: 600 households are set to get backyard farming support under the One Family Programme, starting with demonstration farms and tech-focused training. Road safety: Co-operators General Insurance flags a road safety crisis, while the Road Safety Association urges caution during Crop Over’s final days. Payments milestone: BIMPay has recorded one million transactions, with the Central Bank noting onboarding progress and a reduced rejection rate. Cancer screening drive: The Barbados Cancer Society is seeking a $600,000 automated breast ultrasound machine to cut waits and improve detection, ahead of the Oct 4 Walk for the Cure. Sports & business links: Blue NAP Americas and Cloud Carib are partnering on sovereign cloud infrastructure for Caribbean organisations, while CPL ticket demand in Trinidad saw major queues and sold-out fixtures.