Copyright & AI Policy: Australia’s Senate debate is heating up over proposed “opt-out” rules for artists as big tech pushes to use creative work for AI, while lawmakers also scrutinise datacentre water use and energy timelines. Tuvalu–Taiwan Economic & Labour Links: Tuvalu FM Paulson Panapa met President Lai in Taipei, arguing Taiwan deserves a “seat at the table” and pointing to the Kaitasi Treaty’s cooperation on the economy, food security, medicine, renewable energy and labour mobility. Climate Finance & Energy Security: Tuvalu’s climate minister Maina Vakafua Talia says fossil-fuel expansion must stop and that low-lying states need major funding to scale renewables fast. Pacific Climate Reality Check: UN reporting on overshooting 1.5°C reinforces that sea-level rise is effectively locked in for the Pacific, shifting priorities toward adaptation and survival planning. Regional Weather & Early Warning: Pacific Meteorological Council updates show progress on early warning systems, including Tuvalu’s move to use AI for faster severe-weather monitoring. Education & Skills: USP’s Laucala Campus graduation installed Tuvalu’s Governor-General as Chancellor and highlighted new commerce graduates returning to strengthen Tuvalu’s public and business sectors. Women, Education & Climate Voice: Data shows Tuvalu has a large female college enrolment lead, while Pacific women in Tuvalu call for stronger roles in climate decision-making ahead of Pre-COP31.