Space Strategy: The European Commission says the EU must secure autonomous access to space and boost rocket capacity as satellite demand surges, warning that without expanded launch and ground infrastructure, Europe’s space future is at risk—pointing to the European spaceport in French Guiana as a key part of a more coordinated network. Amazon Oil & Borders: In Oiapoque, on the French Guiana border, Petrobras’ offshore oil signs have sparked a “passport to the future” narrative from President Lula, but Indigenous leaders fear spills could hit the Curipi River—highlighting how exploration promises and environmental risk collide across borders. Regional Security Cooperation: Operation ATLAS NEXUS—spanning Latin America, the Caribbean and Europe—ended with 490+ arrests and 156.9 tonnes seized, with Guyana among participating countries, targeting drugs, trafficking, document fraud, firearms and environmental crime. Digital Connectivity in the Region: EllaLink says branching units for future submarine cable links to Brazil’s Pará and Maranhão have been laid from Cayenne, aiming to expand Amazon-to-Europe capacity without disrupting the main route. Transport Disruption: Passengers remain stranded after the Guyana–Suriname ferry M.V. Canawaima was halted over technical concerns, with no official clearance yet to resume service. Caribbean AI Policy: CTU minister Dominic Smith urged Caribbean states to coordinate AI and digital governance instead of pursuing “disconnected” transformations.