Vaccination coverage gap: A new WHO–UNICEF report says most Pacific countries are missing the 90% target for fully vaccinating children. Kiribati hit only four of its vaccine targets in 2025, while Palau met 10 targets but fell to 75% for the final measles dose—meaning many children were only partly protected. Regional health access: A separate report highlights how community-run internet networks can help connect remote islands, noting that successful projects include local people designing, running, and maintaining services—supporting areas like health care, education, and agriculture. AI governance and health services: UN bodies are pushing for stronger AI rules as the digital divide widens, while Pacific leaders discuss using digital readiness work (like 5G and digital-first services) to bring AI tools into citizen-facing government support. Pacific security tensions with health impacts: Coverage of China’s missile test near Tuvalu and Kiribati, and the Pacific’s difficulty agreeing on a joint response, adds to regional uncertainty that can disrupt planning for health and disaster preparedness.