Education & Finance: The University of the South Pacific (USP) council met in Tonga and adopted USP’s unqualified audited 2025 accounts, while reviewing a 2026 outlook marked by rising costs, economic uncertainty and student affordability pressures; it also confirmed governance reforms and the appointment of Tuvalu’s Governor-General as USP’s 33rd Chancellor from 1 July 2026. Climate Diplomacy & COP31 Prep: Australia and Türkiye issued a joint COP31 Presidency letter outlining shared priorities for COP31 in Antalya, with Fiji and Tuvalu set to host key Pre‑COP and Leaders’ events in October 2026. Regional Fisheries Security: Pacific nations wrapped up Operation Tui Moana 2026, a three-week surveillance push against IUU fishing and maritime crime across 10 Pacific EEZs, with Tuvalu among participating states and support from Australia, New Zealand, France and the US. Pacific Mobility & Visa Revenue: New Zealand visa changes for Pacific travellers—lower fees and longer default multi-entry visas—could cut revenue by an estimated $1–2 million a year, raising pressure on immigration funding. Tuvalu Climate Reality: Reporting highlights Tuvalu’s land reclamation efforts as many residents apply to relocate to Australia under the Falepili Union, raising questions about what happens to the country if people leave.