Pacific Security & Health: Tonga urged the UN to tackle transnational organised crime with community-led action, saying policing alone can’t fix the social and economic drivers—calling for stronger families, churches, village leadership, youth engagement, rehabilitation, and coordinated work across law enforcement, health, education and social services. Climate & Health Risk: El Niño is underway in the Pacific, with forecasts pointing to a moderate-to-strong event this fall, which could intensify storms and disrupt island health systems already stressed by recent super-typhoons. Education & Wellbeing: A new global map highlights Kiribati’s education spending at 16.4% of GDP—the highest share worldwide—framing education as a key lever for long-term health and opportunity. Kiribati Language Week: Roi Burnett shared how “Karina te ang” is about taking a breath and taking in spirit—an identity-focused push that supports wellbeing through culture and connection. Regional Safety Concern: Reports also note rising Pacific anxiety after a Chinese long-range ballistic missile launch over Micronesia and near Kiribati and Tuvalu, underscoring stress and safety concerns for communities.