Nauru Governance: Nauru launched Phase II of the Nauru Accountable and Inclusive Governance (NAIG-II) project with UNDP support, aiming to strengthen institutions and improve services through a whole-of-government approach involving Parliament, the Electoral Commission, the justice sector and civil society. Fuel Costs Across the Pacific: Regional fuel prices stayed under pressure, with Samoa moving to an “amber alert” and starting power shedding, while Nauru increased its diesel retail price caps by nearly 40% and petrol by about 20%—a direct hit to household and business operating costs. Nauru-Australia Rights Row: Nauru issued a rare statement calling itself “friendly” and “welcoming” after a whistleblower alleged serious threats of physical violence against non-citizens removed there under Australia’s arrangements. EU Seafood Compliance: Fiji, Kiribati, Solomon Islands and Tuvalu officials trained in Suva on new EU food safety rules for freezer vessels, expected to affect about 97% of Pacific Island-flagged vessels exporting to the EU. Tuna Economy: A new FFA report says Pacific nations now manage 54% of the world’s tuna catch, keeping major stocks healthy and generating hundreds of millions annually for Pacific economies. Regional Security Watch: Solomon Islands PM Matthew Wale said he will review a secretive 2022 security pact with China, after concerns it could enable a permanent Chinese navy presence. Health Policy in the Region: India updated Samoa’s Independence Day support by delivering a haemo-dialysis machine with a portable RO unit under FIPIC commitments.