Pacific Climate Watch: El Niño is now established, with SPREP warning Western Pacific countries to expect drier-than-usual conditions and higher drought risk, while Central/Eastern islands may see above-normal rainfall—prompting calls for proactive water planning. Coral Survival Efforts: Scientists are searching for “super reefs” and protected coral strongholds that could help repopulate damaged reefs across the Central Pacific, as record heat drives mass bleaching. Ocean & Shipping Transition: Pacific transport ministers signed the Pacific Blue Shipping Partnership in Majuro to coordinate a low-carbon, climate-resilient shift for regional shipping and ports. Marshall Islands Energy Relief: The World Bank approved an extra $9m in budget support for the Marshall Islands to help families and public services cope with sharply higher energy costs. Fisheries & Livelihoods: Tokelau was removed from the Nauru Agreement’s tuna management scheme, risking major revenue losses tied to access days under the Vessel Day Scheme. Maritime Security: The U.S. Coast Guard launched Operation Blue Pacific to deter illegal fishing, drug and people smuggling across Oceania, including patrols involving the Marshall Islands. COP31 Voices: Pacific COP31 envoys were appointed, including Marshall Islands’ Kristina Eonemto Stege for Oceania and Inia Seruiratu for the Ocean, to push regional priorities at COP31.