Trade & Tariffs: The U.S. is moving toward Section 301 forced-labour tariffs, with The Bahamas flagged for failing to effectively enforce a forced-labour import prohibition—potentially triggering a proposed 12.5% export tariff. Labour Day Politics: Labour Day parades drew big union turnout in both Nassau and Grand Bahama, with ministers and party colours on display as workers marked Sir Randol Fawkes’ legacy and pushed for continued rights. Maritime & Security: U.S. and regional authorities intercepted an overcrowded vessel carrying 240 Haitian migrants near Turks and Caicos after it was taking on water, with the boat towed and occupants transferred to border authorities. Bahamas Shipping Diplomacy: Transport Minister Leon Lundy led a delegation to Posidonia 2026 in Greece to strengthen ties tied to the Bahamas Ship Registry. Culture & Heritage: Archaeologists say Nassau’s harbour has yielded six shipwrecks linked to the real “Pirates of the Caribbean,” including a charred hull possibly tied to Henry Avery. CDB Focus: PM Godwin Friday urged faster delivery on diversification, resilience, and social protection as the CDB’s 56th meeting wraps in Nassau. Tourism & Cruise Economy: Carnival’s Bahamas private island was upgraded and renamed RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay, adding a pier, trams, and new amenities.