EU Border Politics: Spain’s foreign minister José Manuel Albares is set to meet EU officials to push Pedro Sánchez’s plan to make Ceuta and Melilla a European priority, including a proposal for more stable representation in the European Committee of the Regions. Caribbean Mobility & Tourism: A new wave of Caribbean getaways is leaning into golf-cart travel, with fresh U.S. links like American Airlines’ nonstop Miami–Bimini service adding speed to island tourism flows. Trade & Connectivity Costs: A Broadband Genie study ranks the UK 46th globally for average mobile broadband data cost at about $0.27 per 1GB, a reminder that telecom pricing remains a key competitiveness lever. Aviation Business: Caribbean Airlines is rolling out a transformation programme aimed at stronger operations, better customer service, and long-term financial sustainability, including new onboard and duty-free initiatives. Culture & Economy (Rum): The World Championship at the Caribbean Rum Awards St Barth is bringing top rum brands for blind judging and major prestige competition, spotlighting the region’s premium spirits market. Sports Governance: Bermuda Football Association president Mark Wade says a Caribbean Football Union meeting in the Dominican Republic was reshaped by FIFA chief Gianni Infantino’s unexpected presence, as leaders discussed governance and FIFA’s commercial-rights proposals. Local Talent & Investment (Football): Guadeloupe-born Jeanuël Belocian is reportedly close to a deadline-day loan move to Racing Santander from Bayer Leverkusen, highlighting continued talent export from the island.