Pacific security & sovereignty: Pacific Elders warn that rising geopolitical competition is reshaping the region, urging Pacific-led security and regional institutions that protect sovereignty, transparency, and equal decision-making—linking peace to justice, stewardship, and climate justice. Marine plastics treaty push: Fiji helped lead talks on the future legally binding plastics agreement, co-facilitating the “means of implementation” cluster in Nairobi—focusing on predictable finance and support for developing countries and Small Island Developing States. Fisheries governance: The 25th Forum Fisheries Committee Ministerial Meeting wrapped up in Wellington, with Niue’s outgoing chair Mona Ainu’u thanked and new chair Shane Jones taking over—setting priorities for Pacific fisheries cooperation. Tourism data for better planning: SPTO’s Pacific Tourism Data Initiative workshop in Nadi trained tourism officers from Niue and other Pacific nations to use survey data for stronger, evidence-based tourism decisions. Climate outlook (El Niño): SPREP-linked partners say El Niño has been declared and outline what Pacific communities may expect, including rainfall and ocean impacts. Niue connection (regional roles): New Zealand’s appointment of Andre van der Walt as Tokelau Administrator notes his prior deputy high commissioner role to Niue. Health & environment (dengue/obesity): A roundup includes dengue prevention urging public action and a look at obesity burdens in Pacific islands.