Foreign Policy & Diplomacy: The Bahamas joined a Sept. 1–4 delegation of Latin American and Caribbean envoys to China, visiting Xinjiang and meeting regional CPC officials—another signal of deeper sub-national ties. Bahamas Governance & Aviation Oversight: BACSWN’s proposed overflight fees and aviation role are drawing pushback from local aviation operators, who warn the charges could hit tourism and small charters while raising questions about privatization and accountability. Public Finance & NIF Questions: Central Bank Governor John Rolle told Opposition Leader Michael Pintard the NIF board has never been formally convened, raising concerns about whether the fund could legally open accounts under the NIF Act. Jobs & Environment: East Grand Bahama MP Kwasi Thompson says he can’t support Bahama Rock’s expansion as proposed, but urges government to protect existing jobs through engagement and a workable alternative. Health & Access: The Cancer Society is expanding its New Providence facility with 10 more rooms to help family island patients, with hospice conversion plans. Immigration & Elections: ICE arrested a Bahamian man in Georgia over alleged illegal voting in the 2020 U.S. election, adding to election-security pressure. Tourism Performance: The country posted its strongest Jan–July stopover numbers on record, up 4.3% to 1,314,639. Public Services: Abaco power outages are disrupting second-home tourism and damaging equipment, according to Abaco Chamber figures. Labor & Education: The Bahamas Union of Teachers says it reached a deal with government after public standoff moments involving the Deputy Prime Minister and Education Minister.