Food & Nutrition Security (Kiribati): Kiribati is pushing climate-resilient agriculture, fisheries management, social protection and an offshore horticultural estate in Fiji to tackle poor soils, scarce freshwater and heavy reliance on imported food—especially in South Tarawa—where rice, sugar and ultra-processed foods are driving nutrition problems. Diabetes (Global): A new global snapshot shows diabetes is rising fast, with the highest age-standardised prevalence reported in Pakistan (31.4%) and the Marshall Islands (25.7%), underscoring how quickly the burden can grow in the Pacific. Regional Health & Safety (IUU Fishing): A major FFA-led operation flagged 16 vessels of interest and apprehended four in the fight against illegal fishing, protecting tuna resources that communities depend on for food and livelihoods. Deep-Sea Mining (Kiribati/Cook Islands area): Te Ipukarea Society raised Cook Islands concerns at the International Seabed Authority about a US company seeking an exploration licence in an area surrounded by waters linked to Kiribati and others. Pacific Policy (Climate–Peace): A policy brief urges the Pacific to move from a “climate–conflict” focus toward climate–peace planning built on social cohesion, cultural continuity and ecological stewardship.