Tuvalu National Security: Tuvalu moved closer to its first National Security Policy after a validation workshop with ministries, faith groups, civil society and partners, framing security as protecting sovereignty, culture and wellbeing—not just policing—while covering climate, cyber, maritime, transnational crime, migration, energy and economic resilience. Tuvalu–China Fishing Row: Tuvalu detained a Chinese-flagged longliner accused of illegal fishing and disguising its location, after police found expired fishing authorisation and sharks allegedly discarded without logbook records; the case comes amid heightened regional attention after a China missile test near Tuvalu’s EEZ edge. Climate Justice & Fossil Fuels: A new push is urged to phase out fossil fuels at both extraction and consumption, arguing climate talks alone aren’t delivering fair, fast enough action. Statelessness Link: A spotlight essay highlights how climate displacement can raise the risk of statelessness in Pacific islands like Tuvalu, where citizenship loss and movement barriers remain under-discussed. Pacific People & Work: New Zealand’s RSE scheme marks 20 years, with Timor-Leste joining in 2026—bringing thousands of workers to orchards and vineyards and raising questions about wages and labour conditions. Pacific Security & Missiles: Regional leaders, including Tuvalu and Tonga, condemned China’s nuclear-capable missile test, warning against militarising the ocean. Coral Reef Knowledge: Researchers will meet in Auckland to tackle coral reef threats, with organisers spotlighting Pacific Islander traditions for reef management.