Pacific Diplomacy & Security: Pacific Islands Forum leaders in Palau pressed for at least 24 hours’ notice for missile tests, with Naoero (Nauru) the lone dissenter; China rejected the criticism, saying its defence policy is “defensive” and it “never” expands militarily, while Australia’s Anthony Albanese said China gave “very little notice” near Naoero and Tuvalu. Oceans, Fisheries & Deep-Sea Minerals: Leaders backed stronger ocean sovereignty, fisheries and marine protection, and called for coordinated action on deep-sea minerals; separate reporting highlighted the Clarion-Clipperton Zone’s thousands of species and the growing fight over rules for mining. Fisheries Leadership: The Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency received a FAO award for responsible fisheries management. Climate Finance for Industry & Services: The Green Climate Fund says it will speed approvals and expand direct access for Pacific national and regional institutions, aiming to cut delays and intermediaries. Nauru/Industry & Trade Footprint: Naoero officially changed its name from Nauru to Republic of Naoero, with a new country code, while Nauru’s embassy in Jerusalem opened—both moves that can affect logistics, branding and international engagement. Energy & Food Security Risk: ChildFund warned El Niño is likely to intensify drought and water stress in parts of Micronesia, threatening fuel-linked costs and child health. Local Governance & Compliance: Nauru’s economy minister proposed a framework to investigate “sham marriages,” enabling referrals to immigration and potential loss of benefits.