Chlordecone Health Fallout: A new Public Health France survey finds chlordecone still in the blood of 81.3% of adults in Guadeloupe and 85.5% in Martinique, with about one in six above the health reference threshold—renewing calls for stronger protection for people most exposed through local fish, crustaceans and mollusks. Court Accountability Update: France’s Paris Court of Appeal has upheld the dismissal of a landmark criminal case tied to the pesticide, effectively closing the door on criminal accountability after years of proceedings. OECS–France Partnership: The OECS formalized a renewed diplomatic bond with France by accrediting Ambassador Marie-Noëlle Duris, with leaders pointing to shared priorities including public health, climate resilience, education mobility, and regional connectivity. Public Health & Climate Link: OECS discussions also highlighted how climate pressures are reshaping health and safety needs across the Eastern Caribbean, from extreme weather to water and food risks.