Oil Diplomacy: Guyana and the Dominican Republic have signed a new energy agreement to jointly explore and potentially develop oil and gas linked to Guyana’s Berbice Block, with the Dominican state’s refiner (Refidomsa) set to hold a 10% stake and talks also pointing to wider cooperation in refining, petrochemicals, and regional fuel security. Border Tensions: Guyana has formally protested Venezuela over two alleged armed attacks on GDF patrols along the Cuyuni River, urging Caracas to prevent more incidents as the Essequibo dispute stays front and centre at the ICJ. Democracy Under Pressure: The Carter Center’s final report on Guyana’s 2025 elections praises efficient vote execution but warns the system remains structurally flawed—highlighting politicised GECOM, weak campaign finance rules, and a winner-takes-all model that fuels low trust. Anti-Corruption Clash: Opposition MP Ganesh Mahipaul calls President Ali’s procurement warning “hollow,” citing PPC findings on incomplete pump-station projects and alleged lack of accountability. Digital ID Debate: The Data Protection Commissioner defends the digital ID rollout while acknowledging growing privacy concerns and stressing the Data Protection Act and the move to formally establish a Data Protection Office. Regional Climate Finance: Caribbean states, including Guyana, are moving closer to accessing the US$250M loss-and-damage grant pool after a Barbados workshop set up submissions by June 15.