Regional Trade & Health Supply Chains: Brazil and Suriname are set to negotiate an expanded trade agreement later this year, aiming to grow business beyond a narrow product list—an important move for future access to medical goods and services. Medical Manufacturing Investment: Supermax’s associate plans a US$50M medical glove facility in Brazil and says it wants deeper market penetration across Mercosur, including Guyana and Suriname—good news for regional supply resilience. Digital Health Connectivity in Suriname: Telesur says it is accelerating network modernisation and highlights past support during COVID-19, including telecom services for health and hospital needs. Public Health Approach to Violence: CARICOM, UN and UNDP launched regional crime-and-violence prevention tools using a public health lens, with implementation across health, education, justice and social protection. Legal Rights & Health: A CCJ ruling awarded Derek Ramsamooj US$30,000 after finding his Suriname detention breached CARICOM treaty rights, with the court noting health impacts including a stroke. Air Access Shock: Caribbean Airlines will discontinue key routes (including the Ogle–Suriname corridor) and cut frequencies, raising concerns for travel and health access across the region.