Pacific Climate at UNGA: Tuvalu PM Feleti Teo told the UN General Assembly that sea-level rise is “present reality,” urging climate finance as grants at the required scale and faster progress on SDG 14. Regional Health & Resilience: A new Devpolicy Blog analysis says Pacific life expectancy has climbed to 68.8 years since 1960, with Solomon Islands moving above the regional average. Pacific Media Freedom & Access: In Savusavu, Fiji, the 8th Pacific Media Summit drew a record crowd, focusing on reaching remote communities and digital tools; editors adopted a Savusavu Loss and Damage Media Declaration calling for action on 1.5°C. Niue & Culture Recognition: Niuean community leader Vai Kumitau received a King’s Birthday honour in New Zealand for services to the Niuean community and language work. Niue in the Regional Spotlight: A Niue Honey feature highlights local efforts to revive and protect the island’s bee sanctuary. India–Pacific Forum Moves: India was placed on the Pacific Islands Forum “strategic partner stream,” with Jaishankar pointing to cooperation in healthcare, renewables, connectivity and capacity building. Ocean Protection Funding: Bezos Earth Fund announced US$25m in new grants to support marine protected areas across Cook Islands, Kiribati, PNG, Tonga and Vanuatu.