Aviation & China ties: Transport Minister Leon Lundy met China’s ambassador Yan Jiarong with aviation officials and business interests to push stronger cooperation on connectivity and infrastructure, aiming to keep The Bahamas on track as a regional aviation hub. Water sports pressure & safety alerts: The US Embassy renewed warnings to Americans about jet ski risks in Nassau, while local operators say the bigger issue is enforcement and promised ramp improvements still not delivered—raising concerns for summer revenue. Tourism strategy shift: Industry voices are urging The Bahamas to “rethink” tourism by putting Bahamians first and focusing on value (especially for Family Islands) rather than chasing pure visitor volume. Entrepreneurship & uptake: Despite major government support for MSMEs, participation remains low, with one TDC website initiative drawing only 12 sign-ups out of 100 spots—highlighting a commitment gap. Andros development push: The Bahamas Development Bank says it has $22m available for projects and frames Andros as an asset base for investment, while conservation experts pitch the endangered Andros rock iguana as a new land-based tourism pillar. Climate resilience funding: A Bahamas Protected Areas Fund contribution of US$5,000 is supporting drainage and slope stabilization work in Dominica’s Atkinson community. Regional cruise momentum: Cruise industry coverage continues to focus on big ship launches and port disruptions, underscoring how quickly itinerary changes can ripple into local tourism operations.