Maritime Security & Trade: RNZAF and NZ Customs-backed Operation Kiwa carried out May patrols using an MC-12K King Air and a P-8A Poseidon, targeting vessels suspected of illegal activity across the EEZs of Fiji, Niue and the Cook Islands, with follow-up handled by regional authorities. EU Food Safety Compliance: EU Delegated Regulation 2025/1449 is set to affect about 97% of EU-listed Pacific Island-flagged freezer vessels, after EU auditors found brine temperatures not consistently reaching -18°C; Fiji, Kiribati, Solomon Islands and Tuvalu officials trained in Suva to strengthen certification and oversight. Climate Finance for Niue and peers: The GEF approved a new LDCF/SCCF work program providing over US$67m for resilience projects, including Niue, with co-financing near US$218m for flood/coastal risk, food and water security, ecosystems and disaster preparedness. Tourism Data for Niue: SPTO and Niue Tourism Office released the 2024 International Visitor Survey under the Pacific Tourism Data Initiative, showing New Zealand as the top source market (84%) and feeding into future tourism strategy. Regional Rugby Business: Cook Islands and Tonga rugby leaders backed Kanaloa’s bid to take over Moana Pasifika, arguing for Pacific-led decision-making and a long-term sustainable plan from New Zealand Rugby. Fuel Pressure in the Pacific: Penrhyn Island in the Cook Islands ran out of diesel (last 100 litres) and borrowed 5,000 litres from a police patrol boat, while restricting power use as deliveries are delayed. Samoan Language & Community Support: Auckland’s Deputy Mayor marked the end of Sāmoan Language Week at Manurewa Library, highlighting libraries as practical hubs for Pacific languages and community connection.