Barbados Medical Products Act: Senators weighed in as the Government pushes the Barbados Medical Products Bill, creating a new autonomous Barbados Medical Products Authority to regulate medicines, medical devices and health products, improve access to safe treatments, and align local oversight with international standards. Gun courts push: Prime Minister Mia Mottley backed amendments to speed up firearm cases, including a dedicated Firearms Division and “gun courts” aimed at getting matters before judges within weeks. Construction layoffs dispute: The BWU says it is in talks with C.O. Williams Construction after reports of about 30 redundancies, demanding evidence and fair selection as the union warns of wider sector fallout. Digital payments upgrade: CIBC Caribbean expanded mobile wallet options, letting customers add Visa and Mastercard cards to Google Wallet (starting June 9 in Barbados and other markets), reinforcing the shift toward contactless banking. Trade finance boost for the region: IDB Invest and CDB signed a US$25 million guarantee arrangement to expand access to trade financing for Caribbean businesses. Tourism and investment access pressure: CHTA president-elect Gregor Nassief reportedly faced a US visa renewal denial, raising concerns for Caribbean investors and travel-dependent operators. Regional preparedness: CDEMA urged stronger emergency communications and information sharing ahead of the hurricane season, citing lessons from 2025. Business and innovation spotlight: Harris Paints launched a world-first single-base dry tinting system in Barbados, while Harbourvale Foods highlighted how Caribbean ingredients are being turned into modern pantry products.