Pacific diplomacy & trade ties: India and Papua New Guinea held virtual Foreign Office Consultations covering development, politics, economic cooperation and culture, with both sides saying they’re happy with the relationship and want deeper sector-by-sector collaboration. Pacific peace & cost pressures: Pacific leaders renewed calls for global peace under the Ocean of Peace Declaration, warning that rising fuel prices and freight costs hit small economies hardest at the end of supply chains. Energy & inflation risk: A new look at the Pacific fuel crisis says the region’s heavy reliance on imported oil leaves countries exposed to global shocks, driving inflation and raising costs for tourism and other key services—pushing the case for faster renewable rollouts. Business survival in sport: New Zealand’s Winston Peters says Moana Pasifika still has a pathway to a sustainable business model, ruling out a direct government bailout after the club’s owners moved to stop next season and the franchise was later placed into liquidation. Fisheries & climate planning: Pacific countries are building an Advanced Warning System to track climate-driven tuna shifts, helping governments prepare as skipjack moves beyond national waters. Maritime enforcement support: New Zealand backed Cook Islands fisheries patrols with navy and air reconnaissance, supporting Operation Tui Moana to deter illegal fishing and other serious crime. Niue in the regional spotlight: Niue is listed among Pacific Islands Forum leaders and also featured in the patrol coverage after NZDF operations in Niue’s EEZ. Agribusiness innovation: Samoa’s EU/FAO-backed Agri-Innovate Competition finale showcased agrifood entrepreneurs, supporting MSMEs through the STODAS project. Regional deep-sea governance: Cook Islands Seabed Minerals Authority attended a deep seabed workshop in Fiji focused on state responsibilities, environmental governance, data management and capacity building. Media leadership loss: Papua New Guinea’s media community mourned Genesis Ketan, a trainer and media freedom advocate, remembered for mentoring young journalists and supporting women in media.