Renewables & Power Resilience: Sunergise installed Niue’s new solar and battery storage system, cutting reliance on diesel generators and backing the push for higher renewable energy use—an approach Samoa is now looking to scale. Climate Readiness Funding: The Global Environment Facility approved NZ$24.2m (US$14.23m) for Fiji, FSM, Tuvalu and Vanuatu to strengthen early warning systems and climate-resilient infrastructure, unlocking NZ$74.3m in co-financing for flood, sea-level rise, cyclone and coastal erosion planning before construction. Meteorology Capacity: Niue Meteorological Services Director Rossy Mitiepo says even small weather services are carrying growing regional responsibilities as forecasting and earlier warnings become as critical as rebuilding. Seabed Mining Diplomacy: U.S. Ambassador Jared Novelly told Samoa reporters the U.S. won’t impose seabed mining policy, saying it’s up to Samoan law while offering expert connections on environmental issues and “seabed harvesting.” Deep-Sea Minerals Debate: An OP-ED argues the Pacific conversation is moving beyond simple pro/anti positions toward “follow the science, protect the environment, do no harm,” with different countries emphasizing science-led, safeguarded governance. Local Culture & Creative Industry: A feature reflects on Māori Niuean artist Ché Fu and his album Navigator, highlighting how local music scenes keep shaping identity and resilience.