Climate Action: Amnesty International says Pacific leaders meeting in Fiji and Tuvalu ahead of COP31 must turn climate promises into action, warning rising seas are already damaging lands, livelihoods and health. Primary Health Care & UHC: A UN update stresses universal health coverage and pandemic preparedness rise or fall together, calling for stronger local capacity, resilient health systems, community engagement and fair access to health tools. Pandemic Preparedness: WHO and partners unveiled a $35.99m Pandemic Fund project for 12 Western Pacific countries to strengthen surveillance, labs and emergency response, including Kiribati. Climate Negotiations: Pacific negotiators urge urgent action to “hold the line” on 1.5°C, citing health, food and water risks as warming overshoots loom. Child Health: Fiji’s childhood cancer awareness push highlights late-stage presentations and urges parents to watch warning signs; treatment is available for children from Kiribati and other Pacific islands. Ocean Conservation (Kiribati): The Bezos Earth Fund announced $25m in grants for ocean protection across five nations including Kiribati, aiming to protect at least 30% of regional waters by 2030. Health & Safety at Sea: Reports include rescues of people adrift at sea and medical checks after long voyages, underscoring urgent emergency response needs. Community Nutrition/Child Services: Anganwadi Centres in East Kameng ran community programmes to improve services for women and children, reflecting the wider focus on early support.