Critical Minerals Diplomacy: U.S. Ambassador Jared Novelly says Cook Islands seabed minerals are now a top priority, ranking them “1A or 1B,” while warning Niue and other Pacific states about risks from China’s growing influence and potential “debt traps.” Fisheries Governance: The 25th Forum Fisheries Committee Ministerial Meeting in Wellington wrapped up with a communiqué and a leadership handover, with Niue’s outgoing chair Mona Ainu’u thanked and New Zealand’s Shane Jones set to lead 2026–2027. Tourism Data Skills: The Pacific Tourism Organisation finished a five-day Pacific Tourism Data Initiative workshop in Nadi, training tourism officers from Niue and nine other countries to use survey data for better planning and decision-making. Regional Security Values: Pacific Elders urged that regional security stay under Pacific control, stressing sovereignty, transparency, equal decision-making, and stewardship of ocean and cultures. Admin & Services: New Zealand named Andre van der Walt as Tokelau Administrator, with a focus on climate resilience, governance, and support for sectors including education, health, transport, and renewable energy.