Ocean Governance & Funding Dependence: Former Pacific Islands Forum SG Dame Meg Taylor warned that rising geopolitical rivalry and reliance on foreign funding could weaken Pacific-led decision-making, urging stronger economic independence and protection of regional ocean institutions. Nauru Agreement Tuna Revenue Shock: Tokelau faces a major budget hit after being abruptly removed from the Parties to the Nauru Agreement Vessel Day Scheme, potentially losing up to two-thirds of government revenue. Deep-Sea Mining Race: A new report links seabed-mineral deals to US-China competition, noting agreements already involving Nauru and Tonga (US) and Kiribati and the Cook Islands (China). Nauru Governance Partnership: Nauru launched Phase II of the NAIG-II governance project with UNDP support to strengthen institutions and public services. Fuel Costs & Price Caps: Pacific fuels remain under pressure; Nauru raised diesel and petrol retail caps again, with diesel up about 40% versus February. EU Seafood Rule Impact: EU training targets new freezer-vessel food safety requirements that could affect about 97% of EU-listed Pacific Island-flagged vessels exporting to the EU. Health & Regulation: Nauru introduced a one-day annual tobacco sale ban under a new law, with fines and prison terms for breaches. Regional Sports: Kiribati was selected to host the 2030 Micronesian Games, with Nauru set to host the 2028 edition. Diplomacy & Security: Solomon Islands PM Matthew Wale says he will review a secretive 2022 China security pact, after criticism over potential Chinese military access.