Pandemic Preparedness: WHO and partners launched a Western Pacific “Data to Action” project for 12 countries, including Kiribati, with a $35.99m Pandemic Fund grant plus $188m+ in co-financing to strengthen disease surveillance, labs, and emergency response. Climate & Health Risks: Pacific negotiators renewed their push to hold the 1.5°C line ahead of COP31, citing the UNEP “Limiting Overshoot” warning that health, food, water, and extreme weather risks will intensify as temperatures cross 1.5°C. Ocean Conservation for Livelihoods: The Bezos Earth Fund announced $25m more for Pacific ocean protection, including habitat work in Kiribati, aiming to protect at least 30% of regional waters by 2030. Childhood Cancer Awareness: Fiji health experts warned many children present late for cancer care; they urged parents to watch for warning signs like unexplained bruising, persistent fevers, weight loss, and vision changes. Water & Gender Voice: Pacific research highlighted that women are often excluded from water decisions, even though they hold key knowledge of household needs—fueling climate and water insecurity. Kiribati at UNGA: President Taneti Maamau told the UN climate action must match national action, calling for adequate, predictable, accessible climate finance for Small Island Developing States.