Ocean Conservation Funding: Leaders at the Our Ocean conference (16–18 June, Mombasa) are being urged to close a widening ocean conservation finance gap, with only about 14% of needed international funding reaching marine protection—despite “30 by 30” biodiversity goals that could boost global output and deliver major ecosystem services. Fuel Shock & Renewables: A surge in oil prices after the US–Iran conflict exposed how exposed Pacific economies remain to imported fuel—cutting reserves, lifting transport costs, and feeding inflation—pushing the case for faster renewable energy investment and rollout. Deep Seabed Governance: The Cook Islands Seabed Minerals Authority (SBMA) sent officials to a Suva workshop with the International Seabed Authority and Pacific partners on responsibilities in the “Area,” environmental governance, data management, and future capacity building. Tuna Climate Risk: Pacific countries are advancing a Green Climate Fund-backed Advanced Warning System to track climate-driven tuna shifts—especially skipjack moving beyond EEZs—so governments can plan for impacts on revenue, food security, and livelihoods. Maritime Security for Fisheries & Crime: New Zealand supported patrols around Fiji, Niue and the Cook Islands, using aircraft and navy crews to spot suspected illegal fishing and transnational serious and organised crime under regional operations. Moana Pasifika Survival Plan: New Zealand’s Foreign Minister Winston Peters says Moana Pasifika can still be saved through a sustainable business model, ruling out a direct government bailout after liquidation fears. Agribusiness Entrepreneurship (Samoa): Samoa’s Agri-Innovate Competition finale showcased EU/FAO-backed support for agrifood MSMEs under STODAS, highlighting innovation and business pitching. EU Food Safety Compliance: Fiji, Kiribati, Solomon Islands and Tuvalu trained on new EU freezer-vessel food safety rules that could affect most Pacific-flagged vessels exporting to the EU, aiming to protect market access. Media Leadership Loss (PNG): Papua New Guinea’s media community mourns Genesis Ketan, a trainer and media freedom advocate, remembered for mentoring young journalists and supporting women in media.