Cabo Verde–China Cooperation: Cabo Verde and China Machinery Engineering Corporation (CMEC) signed an MoU to boost collaboration in energy, water, agriculture and integrated development, including thermal power upgrades, renewable energy and storage, smart water management, seawater desalination, and a northern-islands development corridor. Digital Nomad Safety: A new ranking of the healthiest and safest digital-nomad destinations highlights how healthcare quality, personal safety, peace, life expectancy and air quality shape long-stay choices. Atlantic Storm Watch (Cabo Verde-linked): Tropical Storm Cristobal formed in the Atlantic, while forecasters are tracking Invest 92L near the Cabo Verde region with high odds of developing into a named system as hurricane-season conditions peak. Food Standards Update: The Codex Alimentarius Commission (CAC49) adopted new global commodity standards and updated food hygiene guidance, including water reuse safety and labelling rules for allergens and emergency situations. Local Tech & Skills (Tourism): Reporting from Sal spotlights vocational training (TUI Academy) aimed at getting young people into hospitality jobs as Cabo Verde grapples with high emigration despite tourism growth. Marine Science Tie-in: A tiny red sea slug discovery links Caribbean marine research to Cabo Verde football history via a tribute to Vozinha, raising questions about formal scientific naming rules.