Bahamas–U.S. Sovereignty Row: Attorney General Wayne Munroe and diplomats pushed back on U.S. claims about “rogue” DEA activity in The Bahamas, arguing foreign agents can’t operate on Bahamian soil without local permission and stressing sovereignty and coordination with local law enforcement. UNGA Sovereignty & Data: Prime Minister Philip Davis used the UN General Assembly to defend small-state sovereignty, warning of “colonisation by data” and calling for rules-based order, plus stronger international support for Haiti and an end to the Cuba embargo. Opposition Clash at UN: Opposition Leader Michael Pintard faced sharp criticism for weighing in on the UN delegation and for framing the issue as the government “fighting” drug enforcement rather than addressing alleged jurisdiction breaches. Haiti Security Mandate: OAS member states, including The Bahamas, urged renewal and full support for Haiti’s UN-backed Gang Suppression Force, backing Haitian-led solutions. VAT Interest Starts 5 Oct: New VAT interest rules for real estate conveyances kick in on 5 October if payment isn’t made within 21 days, adding prime +1% interest (5.25%) on top of existing late-fee regimes. Youth Innovation Push: Government launched a pilot Young Innovators Club for Grand Bahama and the wider education agenda, focusing on tech, environment, entrepreneurship, arts/heritage, and maritime. Tourism Deal Watch: CPSO congratulated Sandals’ landmark partnership with Royal Caribbean, a 50% investment deal valued around US$3B, expected to close in early 2027.