Forced Labour Trade Clash: The US Trade Representative has proposed Section 301 tariffs tied to forced-labour enforcement failures, listing Guyana among 54 economies flagged for not effectively enforcing forced-labour import prohibitions—raising pressure on trade policy across the Americas. Local Content Push: At Guyana’s Local Content Summit, Finance Minister Dr. Ashni Singh and others urged local suppliers to gear up for expanding oil-sector opportunities, with President Ali stressing local participation beyond contracts and plans including a Junior Stock Exchange. Oil Outlook: Guyana is expected to exceed one million barrels of oil per day by year-end as projects ramp up, with the government calling on citizens and businesses to position for growth. Child Safety Online: Attorney General Anil Nandlall says government consultations are underway to protect children from harmful social media and internet content, drawing on models from other regions. Unity Beach Tragedy: Bodies of a pregnant woman and her fiancé were recovered after they were swept away by strong currents at Unity Beach, ending a multi-day search. Court Case: A 24-year-old mason, Greedesh Ramkissoon, was charged and remanded for the murder of his mother in Cornelia Ida, with the matter set for August 7. Public Works: The Ministry of Home Affairs is set to rebuild the Grove Police Station with bids opened for a roughly $215M contract. Sports & Community: Boxing returns to the prison system as GBA hands equipment to the Republican Boxing Gym; karting’s “Need for Speed” meet-and-greet is set for West Central Mall, and West Ruimveldt Primary won the Demerara Tapeball zone title.