Ocean & Conservation: National Geographic Pristine Seas is launching a first baseline survey of Tokelau’s reefs and deep-sea waters, aiming to feed a future National Ocean Policy and marine spatial plan. AI & Ocean Governance: UNESCO is urging UNGA-level cooperation to keep AI development aligned with human dignity, while also pushing stronger ocean observing to tackle sea-level rise and support a “competitive blue economy.” Pacific Climate Finance & Fossil Fuels: Tuvalu’s climate minister Maina Vakafua Talia says Australia must stop expanding coal and gas, warning the issue is “life and death” for low-lying states; the Australia Institute argues fossil-fuel subsidies dwarf Pacific aid. Tuvalu–Taiwan Economic & Resilience Ties: President Lai met Tuvalu FM Paulson Panapa, highlighting cooperation under the Kaitasi Treaty on climate adaptation, digital transition, healthcare, and labour mobility, and backing Tuvalu’s call for Taiwan’s “seat at the table.” Labour & Migration: Australia’s lower specialist-skills visa fees for citizens of Tuvalu and other Pacific nations (from July 2026) could ease hiring and family travel costs. Weather & Early Warning: Pacific Meteorological Council updates show Tuvalu using AI in daily forecasting and severe-weather monitoring, as the region strengthens early warnings for all.