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El Niño Watch for the Pacific: SPREP says El Niño conditions are now established, with Western Pacific countries likely facing drier-than-usual weather and higher drought risk—urging proactive water planning. Ocean Governance in Focus: Vanuatu’s Minister Ralph Regenvanu points to the new BBNJ ocean biodiversity deal and Vanuatu’s Oceans Ministry and National Oceans Act as key steps for stronger marine stewardship. Clean Shipping Pact: Seven Pacific transport ministers signed the Pacific Blue Shipping Partnership in Majuro, aiming to coordinate a low-carbon, climate-resilient shift for regional shipping—Vanuatu included. Regional Courtroom Climate Momentum: The UN General Assembly backed the ICJ’s climate obligations advisory opinion, strengthening the push for accountability and possible reparations for climate harms. Fiji Protected Ocean Push: Fiji plans to place 15% of its ocean under full protection by end-2026, targeting illegal fishing and declining stocks, with Melanesian cooperation including Vanuatu. Vanuatu Solar Skills: A Vanuatu Climate Action Network coordinator trained in Fiji’s Solar Scholars programme says solar is now about survival—cutting power costs and boosting resilience. Deep-Sea Mining Debate: Indigenous voices across the Pacific keep challenging seabed mining, including calls for stronger protections and scrutiny of the ISA process. Vanuatu in the Courts on Whales: A US lawsuit targets seafood imports from fisheries accused of killing whales and dolphins, including Vanuatu, over alleged bycatch harms. Port Vila Day Rebuild: Communities marked 51 years of Port Vila Day in Seafront Park, celebrating rebuilding after the 2024 earthquake. RIMPAC and Environmental Harm: A peace movement criticises New Zealand’s participation in RIMPAC, highlighting damage to marine and coastal areas from live-fire exercises.

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