Pacific security & diplomacy: Pacific foreign ministers in Suva failed to agree on a joint statement condemning China’s nuclear-capable missile test near Tuvalu’s waters, with New Zealand’s Winston Peters accusing “China-friendly” members Kiribati and Nauru of using consensus as a veto and appeasing “outsiders.” Digital connectivity for trade: Australia says all 18 Pacific Islands Forum members are now connected to the global undersea cable network, backed by more than A$500m since 2018 and new links for Tuvalu, Naoero (Nauru), and others—aimed at boosting business access to digital markets. Fisheries finance: The Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency delivered a second 2026 US$50.42m payout under the US Tuna Treaty, supporting Pacific island budgets via term deposits and planned 2027 distributions. Climate push with economic stakes: Australia’s Penny Wong urged world leaders to attend pre-COP meetings in Fiji and Tuvalu, arguing the Pacific’s frontline impacts are vital for livelihoods and economies. Tuvalu shipping decarbonisation debate: Tuvalu backed a tougher IMO net-zero approach for shipping, proposing higher remedial unit pricing and a revised 2028 step—aimed at funding zero-emission fuels. Tourism trade link: SPTO and PTI Australia took “Hidden Treasures” roadshow stops in Australia, promoting Tuvalu and other lesser-known Pacific destinations to travel trade partners. Visa costs for business travel: The US made its visa bond programme permanent, with Fiji, PNG, Tonga, Tuvalu and Vanuatu among countries facing up to US$20,000 deposits for selected business and tourist applicants.