Ocean Protection Push: Fiji says it will fully protect 15% of its ocean territory by end-2026, stepping up the fight on illegal fishing and linking the plan to the 30x30 goal—while Melanesian Ocean Corridor of Reserves (MOCOR) cooperation with Papua New Guinea and Vanuatu stays in focus. Vanuatu–France Islands Row: Vanuatu accuses France of stalling talks over the Matthew and Hunter islands, warning progress could be derailed by France’s 2027 elections. Climate Accountability in UN Courts: A UN resolution backs the International Court of Justice climate ruling, strengthening the legal push for responsibility and reparations—an issue Vanuatu-backed climate litigation helped drive. Fossil Fuel Treaty Momentum: Pacific climate advocates urge more governments to sign the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty ahead of Bonn, pointing to Tuvalu and Vanuatu as early endorsers. Regional Governance & Security: Solomon Islands PM Matthew Wale says a China security pact can’t be released due to a non-disclosure clause, while hinting at how future regional agreements may be handled. Vanuatu Rights & Social Debate: A Pride post backlash sparks calls for respectful dialogue, with the Prime Minister’s Office urging restraint over activities seen as contrary to Vanuatu’s Christian identity. Pacific Fisheries Politics: Tokelau exits the PNA tuna arrangement, with RNZ Pacific reporting Vanuatu has taken up the spot—reshaping access to tuna fishing arrangements.