Caribbean Connectivity: EllaLink officially launched its Caribbean Gateway (ECG) development phase, a new open-access, carrier-neutral submarine fibre route from Cayenne to Martinique and Guadeloupe, with a western segment for Aruba, Curaçao and Bonaire; EllaLink says it will turn letters of intent into firm commitments, complete financing, and target service by end-2029. Regional Policy & Services: Saint-Martin’s Executive Council approved €2.84M in European Social Fund Plus education support, plus an employee meal-card contract and a projected €1.49M court-ordered payment schedule tied to the Computech dispute, while continuing legal steps over the final debt amount. Sports (Martinique): In Paramaribo, Suriname hosts Martinique in League of Nations action as Suriname starts with three points and Martinique remains on one goal for and three against, with both sides looking to swing the Group B race. Culture & Identity: A new Bermuda Black Film Festival (Oct 15–18, 2026) will feature films from across the diaspora, with submissions including Martinique, and aims to blend screenings with education, exchange and professional development.