#443 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 2 for June 2026

We move through the biggest Caribbean-centered headlines for June 2026, from U.S. visa decisions to major projects shaping tourism, education, energy, and agriculture across the region. We also spotlight cultural wins and upcoming events that keep Caribbean pride and community connection strong on the Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode 2 for June 2026. Here are the headlines.

• U.S. expands enforcement against birth tourism schemes using fraudulent documents and coaching services
• Antigua and Barbuda seeks Spain’s help to make Spanish its’ second 
• Sandals Foundation and Hands Across the Sea expands literacy support for students in Antigua schools
• U.S. Virgin Islands approves $75 million Carambola Beach Resort redevelopment into a Club Med property
• Dominican Republic plans for major energy generation expansion and rising renewable capacity
• Dominican Republic Senate passes a measure to form a cassava institute to grow cultivation, processing, and exports
• Guyana launches a regional sustainable agriculture science and innovation hub with Brazil and partners
• Julien Alfred’s international winning streak continues in Oslo
• Nevis Mango Festival promoted at Food, Wine & Fete festival in Miami

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