Airport & Infrastructure: Turks and Caicos is pushing ahead with a US$500M-plus national airport programme, with Terminal B design work underway at Howard Hamilton International and construction delivery targeted within 18 months, alongside radar/taxiway and North Caicos runway planning. Trade & Compliance: Border Force is rolling out new licensing for commercial alcohol and tobacco imports starting 1 Nov 2026, with unlicensed shipments facing detention, seizure or forfeiture from 1 Dec. Healthcare: A new op-ed warns TCI’s hospital system is nearing a breaking point as InterHealth Canada’s exit approaches, calling out lack of a successor and transition plan. Public Health Milestone: PAHO recognized Turks and Caicos for disease elimination progress, including certification for eliminating mother-to-child transmission of HIV and validation for hepatitis B. Tourism & Hospitality Growth: Luxury investment continues with Corinthia planning a 50-suite Grace Bay hotel plus residences, while Windsong’s rooftop “Skypool” villas add private elevator access and rooftop amenities. Business & Finance: Invest TCI held its 5th AGM focused on investment and workforce opportunity, and Scotiabank expanded its regional art footprint by acquiring work from TCI artist HezronH. Border Tech Pitch: Liberty Caribbean says it can help digitise TCI border control end-to-end, including scanners and biometrics. Community Health Event: Graceway Communities and the Ministry of Health ran a Caribbean Wellness Health Fair with screenings, education, blood bank activity and fitness sessions.