Maritime Security for New Caledonia: The French Navy patrol vessel Jean-Tranape is due to arrive in Nouméa, replacing older ships to strengthen protection of New Caledonia’s huge EEZ. It will support sovereignty patrols, fisheries enforcement, environmental protection, and anti-trafficking work, with a drone and upgraded radar boosting surveillance and coordination with regional partners. Nature-Based Climate Adaptation (Vanuatu): Vanuatu has launched three policy tools under the PPIN project to help weave healthy forests, mangroves, reefs, and seagrass into national adaptation planning and coastal resilience decisions. Pacific Climate Watch (El Niño): SPREP is urging Pacific communities to prepare for El Niño impacts after the WMO’s Pacific Regional Climate Centre declared an event underway. Wildlife Protection via Fishing Rules (U.S. lawsuit): Conservation groups are suing the U.S. government to halt seafood imports from fisheries in eight countries accused of killing whales and dolphins as bycatch beyond U.S. limits. Health Alert (Dengue): Hawai‘i reported a travel-related dengue case on Oʻahu; officials say local transmission risk is low but urge residents to remove standing water. Local Governance & Recovery (Vanuatu): Port Vila announced free Wi‑Fi on the waterfront and new solar-powered seafront lighting, alongside its 2026–2030 strategic plan focused on infrastructure, services, environmental protection, and growth.