Oil & Energy Markets: Brent crude pushed back above US$100 as Middle East tensions and US-Iran strikes raised fears of supply disruption, keeping energy costs and investment sentiment in focus. Local Power & Infrastructure: GPL says it will add 5MW to the national grid, but questions linger on whether it can tame chronic blackouts while the Wales gas-to-energy project remains delayed. Mining Investment: Mako Mining signed a mineral agreement with the Government for the Eagle Mountain gold project, with construction targeted for Q3 2027 and first production expected by end-2028. Agriculture & Food Security: Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha says the sector has “massively transformed” since 2020, citing big budget growth and higher output in rice and priority commodities. Water Conservation: GWI issued an El Niño dry-weather advisory urging households to cut water use immediately. Trade & Finance: Guyanese businesses were urged to tap a £3B UK Export Finance facility to fund equipment and expansion. International Partnerships: President Ali says Guyana-Qatar ties are deepening into a strategic partnership across energy, investment, food security and human capital. Governance & Courts: Extradition proceedings for Azruddin Mohamed and Nazar Mohamed resume, with the prosecutor citing “compelling evidence.” Business & Safety: Police seized suspected smuggled goods at Port Kaituma, arresting a businesswoman. Sports (Business-leaning): Guyana Amazon Warriors secured top CPL playoff seed after a win over St Lucia Kings, powered by Imran Tahir’s record-setting 5/17.