Chlordecone Reparations Push: France’s National Assembly has unanimously voted to recognize the state’s “share of responsibility” for the health, environmental and economic harm caused by chlordecone in Guadeloupe and Martinique, where more than 90% of adults are contaminated; the law sets decontamination and compensation goals and calls for further research and support for affected fishermen and farmers. Aviation Connectivity for the French Caribbean: LIAT (2020) and Air Caraïbes signed an interline agreement to sell single-ticket itineraries with through-checked baggage, linking LIAT’s Eastern Caribbean network with Air Caraïbes services from Guadeloupe, Martinique and French Guiana to Paris-Orly. Air France’s Miami–Caribbean Link: Air France continues an unusual Airbus A320 route from Miami to Guadeloupe (with onward island-hopping connections including Martinique), reflecting how carriers adapt routes amid security and regulatory constraints. Regional Legal Access: The OHADAC Regional Arbitration Centre (CARO) and the OECS will launch training on arbitration and ADR across the Eastern Caribbean, aiming to make dispute resolution more predictable for businesses and investors. Sargassum Management Mission: An OECS delegation is visiting Martinique and Guadeloupe to study sargassum collection and value-added uses, supported by the EU and regional partners. Business Finance Watch: First Rock Real Estate plans an additional public offering to fund property acquisitions and working capital, targeting growth in recurring rental income.