Tourism Jobs & Pensions: Minister Edmund Bartlett says the Tourism Workers Pension Scheme is financially strong, with the first cohort of beneficiaries set to start receiving benefits within three years; the fund already has about $6 billion saved and aims for $100 billion in 10 years, covering hotel workers, attractions, taxi drivers, airport red caps and more. Health Security for Visitors: Jamaica is rolling out an International Health Regulations (2005) voluntary external evaluation to strengthen public health preparedness and response to threats—key for a small island and major travel hub—with 110 recommendations guiding action over the next 3–6 years. Air Connectivity Push: Bartlett also opened talks with Saudi Arabia’s Air Connectivity Programme in Riyadh, exploring new air links that could boost tourism, business travel and cargo between the Middle East and Jamaica. Cruise Momentum: Carnival Jubilee will add regular 4- and 5-day Western Caribbean cruises from Galveston starting April 2028, with stops in Cozumel and Progreso—more short-break options for Caribbean-bound travellers. Resettlement Tensions: Cooper’s Pen residents in Trelawny say they’re being forced to choose between relocation grants not yet deposited and temporary tent moves for two weeks, with uncertainty about what happens next. Hurricane-Season Planning: New analysis suggests Jamaica has low historical September hurricane proximity risk (0.7%), making it a strong option for fall honeymoon planning.