UN Diplomacy: Guyana’s Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett is narrowly ahead in the UN Security Council’s second informal straw poll for the next secretary-general, winning 8 “encourage” votes versus Rebeca Grynspan’s 7 and Rafael Grossi’s 7, keeping the race tight with multiple rounds expected. Legal & Governance: GuySuCo CEO Paul Cheong has filed a multimillion-dollar defamation suit against Opposition Leader Azruddin Mohamed over social media claims tied to road contract allegations, while WIN and APNU continue talks on GECOM/Local Government Commission issues without substantive agreement. Maritime Disaster Accountability: Opposition MP Ganesh Mahipaul is pressing the government to stop its silence on MV Barima salvage, demanding a public status update on expressions of interest, shortlisting, and when recovery will begin. Oil Revenue Debate: The Natural Resources Ministry rejects a “39.8% profit-oil” claim, insisting Guyana’s profit oil share is 50%, and says the disputed figure reflects a different measure. Forest Investment Push: Guyana launched the EU-funded “Financing for Forests” programme to mobilize long-term private investment in forest management, restoration and biodiversity. Regional Security: The US signed a Status of Forces Agreement with Jamaica, adding to its growing security arrangements across the Caribbean, including Guyana. Climate-Resilient Farming: Regional farmers received ADOPT Caribbean agricultural kits to support soil health and climate-resilient practices. Health & Community: A cancer screening outreach in Diamond served 59 people, and a Chinese medical team donated nearly $1M in equipment to help establish a Victoria SDA community health clinic. Mining Tensions: Chinese Landing residents remain in a standoff blocking heavy mining equipment from entering titled ancestral lands.