Tourism Governance: Experience Turks and Caicos is now a statutory authority after new legislation, aiming to sharpen destination promotion, clarify roles, and keep growth sustainable and locally rooted. Visitor Economy: A new Visitor Exit Survey says Turks and Caicos drew about US$670.3m from stay-over visitors in the first 90 days of 2026, with 84% coming from the U.S. and Beaches Turks and Caicos leading reported stays. Work Permits & Compliance: The Immigration and Border Services Ministry says work permit applications must move to the APS online portal from 1 July 2026, with paper applications no longer accepted and APS stations available at employment services locations. Tourism Workforce Health: TCHTA launched group health insurance with Caribbean Health Insurance, designed to fill coverage gaps after changes to the Treatment Abroad Programme left many work permit holders seeking new options. Safety for Travelers: The U.S. State Department updated its Turks and Caicos travel advisory to Level 2, citing high crime levels mainly in Providenciales, while noting Grand Turk is on a separate island. Digital & Connectivity: Digicel Turks and Caicos marked 20 years of connecting residents and businesses, highlighting network investment and resilience. Regional Policy Watch: CARICOM’s 51st Heads of Government meeting in Saint Lucia focused on climate finance, regional security, economic resilience, and included discussion of applications for CARICOM membership by Turks and Caicos.