EV Standards for the Region: CARICOM is pushing harmonised EV charging rules, focusing on safety, charger installation, and inspection so systems work across borders—Guyana’s experience highlighted interoperability as a real challenge. Inclusive Education: First Lady Arya Ali says Guyana will open its first specialised autism school later this year at Cyril Potter College of Education, building on the 2025 hearing-impaired school. Energy & Tech in the Region: CARPHA trained 18 people from 15 states to safely transport infectious lab samples, strengthening regional lab readiness and faster public health response. Local Power Modernisation: The PUC says GPL won’t be penalised for missing 2024 targets, citing infrastructure damage, software updates, and electricity theft—while it continues modernising with new substations and tech upgrades. Crime & Security: Police and CANU seized 23 AK-47 rifles and 500+ rounds in West Bank Demerara, arresting one suspect. Digital Governance: Guyana is hiring a UK law firm to craft enforceable social media rules for child protection, tailored for local realities. Oilfield Tech Offshore: Shearwater won an ExxonMobil DAS seismic contract in the Stabroek Block to support reservoir surveillance at Yellowtail. Business & Connectivity: ONE Communications commissioned an upgraded Giftland Mall location with a more tech-forward customer experience.