Renewables & Power Resilience: Sunergise installed Niue’s new solar and battery storage system, cutting reliance on diesel generators and strengthening the push for higher renewable energy use—an approach Samoa is now looking to scale. Climate Readiness Funding: The Global Environment Facility approved NZ$24.2 million (US$14.23m) for Fiji, FSM, Tuvalu and Vanuatu to boost early warning systems and climate-resilient infrastructure, with NZ$74.3m more expected via co-financing; Niue Meteorological Services Director Rossy Mitiepo says even small Met teams are carrying growing regional responsibility. Seabed Mining Diplomacy: U.S. Ambassador Jared Novelly told reporters the U.S. won’t impose seabed mining policy on Samoa, framing the issue as respecting Samoan law while sharing environmental and sustainability expertise. Deep-Sea Minerals Debate: An OP-ED argues the Pacific conversation is moving beyond simple “for or against,” toward “follow the science, protect the environment, do no harm,” with different countries still pursuing different paths. Culture & Creative Industries: A feature reflects on Māori Niuean artist Ché Fu and his album Navigator, highlighting how local music continues to shape Pacific identity and resilience.