Industrial Pollution: A Minamata disease survivor urged countries to join the mercury convention, recalling how factory wastewater poisoned seafood and devastated families. The case underscores the risks of industrial pollution to Pacific communities and food sources. Climate Investment: At pre-COP31 in Fiji, Pacific leaders called for climate finance and stronger ocean protection, warning that warming and acidification threaten reefs, fisheries and livelihoods. Ocean Conservation: The Bezos Earth Fund pledged another US$25 million for marine projects in five Pacific nations, bringing its regional commitment to US$63.3 million; Niue was not among the listed recipients. Weather Services: Pacific countries are working to strengthen local forecasting, warning systems and weather infrastructure, but funding gaps threaten efforts to help communities prepare for storms, drought and other hazards.