Nauru Governance & Accountability: Nauru launched Phase II of the NAIG-II project, a UNDP-backed push to strengthen institutions and public trust, linking Parliament, the Electoral Commission, the justice sector and civil society to improve citizen participation. Pacific Cybercrime Cooperation: Fiji hosted a PILON meeting to finalise a regional cybercrime legislation handbook, with Nauru among the countries involved, aiming to help Pacific states keep laws and enforcement aligned with fast-changing digital threats. Pacific Energy Costs: A regional fuel-price squeeze continues, with Nauru raising diesel retail price caps by nearly 40% and petrol by about 20%—a reminder that energy costs remain a direct business risk across the Blue Pacific. Ocean Governance & Independence: Former Forum SG Dame Meg Taylor urged Pacific unity on World Ocean Day, warning that militarisation and reliance on outside funding could erode Pacific control of ocean priorities. Deep-Sea Mining & UNCLOS: Mining companies backed by Nauru and Tonga have filed UNCLOS claims against the International Seabed Authority after contract compliance concerns were raised. Regional Fisheries Finance Shock: Tokelau faces a major budget hit after being expelled from the PNA Vessel Day Scheme, threatening up to two-thirds of government revenue. Media Business Model: The Guardian highlighted how reader-funded revenue has surged globally, including support from readers in small places like Nauru—an example of how audience funding can reshape business resilience.