Falklands–Argentina energy tensions: Argentina’s President Javier Milei has escalated his Falklands (Malvinas) push, renewing sovereignty rhetoric while also targeting the Sea Lion offshore oil project and pressing for arbitration and a two-week halt demand—Britain says it will “robustly defend” islanders and rejects the challenge. Business risk for operators: Halliburton says it will not work on Sea Lion after Argentina raised the prospect of criminal and civil enforcement, underlining how quickly legal pressure can hit contractors and financing. Local visitor controls: The Falklands Legislative Assembly is examining whether Argentine visitors can be restricted after flag-waving incidents, but any move is constrained by what can be done legally and administratively. Trade links with Chile: The Falklands Chamber of Commerce is backing the Punta Arenas route despite Argentine warnings, with the Punta Arenas meetings framed as only a success once cargo starts moving by sea. UK resource licensing: The UK has confirmed that new Falklands hydrocarbon licences require authorization from the Foreign Secretary, keeping final control in London. Tourism spotlight: The Islands held an Expo for World Tourism Day, reflecting tourism’s ongoing role in the local economy. Seafood science: A scientific workshop on Illex squid in Vigo included Falkland Islands participation, aiming to update stock knowledge for the South Atlantic fishery.