Reef Protection Gap: A new look at Caribbean reefs finds about half of the most important coastline-protecting reefs are still unprotected from human pressures like warming, pollution, and coastal development. Regional Food Security: CARDI in Trinidad welcomed a high-level IICA and Brazil delegation, highlighting climate-resilient crops produced in Belize, including sweet potato varieties and commercial beans. Belize Sustainable Ocean Plan: Fishing and tourism stakeholders reviewed draft zoning and management measures for the Belize Sustainable Ocean Plan under the Blue Bond goal of protecting at least 30% of marine space. Coastal Safety & Fisheries: The Belize Coast Guard rescued seven people near San Pedro and met with fishing cooperatives to strengthen cooperation against illegal fishing and protect marine resources. Placencia Lagoon Dredging Debate: Belize voices push back on dredging impacts, with a call for real enforcement of the Placencia Lagoon and Ambergris Caye moratorium to let habitats recover. Digital Resilience: Belize hosted a regional workshop on strengthening digital resilience for government continuity during disasters and cyberattacks. Environment Day Climate Call: Belize marked World Environment Day with a push for climate action and public responsibility. New World Screwworm Watch: Texas confirmed a New World screwworm case after spread through Central America and Belize—raising concerns for livestock and wildlife health and surveillance.