Chlordecone Health Impact: A new Public Health France study reports that 81.3% of adults in Guadeloupe and 85.5% in Martinique still have detectable chlordecone in their blood, with about one in six above the health reference threshold—raising ongoing concerns since the pesticide was banned decades ago. Court Ruling on Accountability: The Paris Court of Appeal has upheld the dismissal of a long-running criminal case tied to the chlordecone scandal, effectively ending criminal investigations and leaving victims and advocates frustrated. OECS–France Partnership: France has renewed its diplomatic ties with the OECS by accrediting Ambassador Marie-Noëlle Duris, with leaders pointing to shared priorities including public health, climate resilience, education, agriculture, and regional connectivity. Regional Health Cooperation Angle: OECS leaders also used their 45th-anniversary meeting to push for stronger implementation across integration goals, including health cooperation, as the region faces climate and security pressures.