Ocean Protection Push: Fiji plans to fully protect 15% of its ocean territory by end-2026, aiming to curb illegal fishing and rebuild fish stocks, as it moves toward the 30x30 goal; the plan also links to Melanesian cooperation through the Melanesian Ocean Corridor of Reserves (with Fiji, Papua New Guinea and Vanuatu). Climate Accountability in the Courts: The UN General Assembly backed the International Court of Justice climate advisory opinion, with over 140 countries voting to support the idea that failing to tackle climate change is a wrongful act that can open the door to reparations—an important win for Vanuatu-led climate justice efforts. Fossil Fuel Pressure on the Pacific: 350.org’s Pacific Climate Warriors urged more governments to back the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty ahead of Bonn, building on Port Vila Call momentum from Vanuatu, Tuvalu and others. Ocean Governance Power Struggles: A legal expert warned that closed-door ocean and climate talks often sideline Pacific and Global South voices, even when public commitments sound strong. Renewables for Survival: Pacific communities are accelerating solar training and rollout as fuel costs and unreliable power hit households and schools, including Vanuatu Climate Action Network links. Marine Mammal Protection: A US lawsuit challenges seafood imports from fisheries including Vanuatu over alleged bycatch harms to whales and dolphins, pushing enforcement of marine protection rules. Cyclone Recovery Needs: Solomon Islands estimates about $150 million is needed to recover from Cyclone Maila, focusing on health, education, livelihoods, and shelter.