Skills & Workforce Mobility: HEART College trainees are among four Jamaicans selected for UNESCO Global Skills Academy scholarships in China, including hospitality and robotics/healthcare tracks, with the 90-day programme fully funded. Higher Education Investment: UWI Mona and Western Jamaica outlined a 3–4 year capital expansion plan, including a 50-bed hospital in western Jamaica and a new School of Engineering, alongside campus modernisation. US-Jamaica Development Finance: US International Development Finance Corporation says it’s building a pipeline of Jamaica projects across ports, energy, telecoms and post-Melissa reconstruction, but notes few are ready for execution yet. Construction & Local Spend: Construction Industry Council pushes for licensing/certification that keeps reconstruction dollars circulating locally through Jamaican firms, tradespeople and suppliers. Hospitality & Tourism Demand: Caymanas Park’s World Cup final tailgate at Republic Beach Club will blend live betting, entertainment and local food/drink partners. Digital & Cyber: US exercise Cyber Shield 2026 brings together cyber professionals and partners for scenario-based defence training. Global Industry Watch: US plans to auction water areas around American Samoa for deep-sea mining, drawing renewed environmental and governance concerns.