Maritime Security Upgrade: Fiji Police is seeking funding for new patrol boats and full maritime bases in Lakeba, Savusavu, Levuka and Denarau to boost surveillance across 1.3 million sq km of ocean. Ocean Governance & Fisheries: Fiji backed a regional MOU for sustainable South Pacific albacore tuna management, bringing Fiji, Cook Islands, Niue, Samoa and Tonga closer on science-based fisheries and negotiations. Tourism Investment & AI Buzz: AHICE Fiji’s record 420+ delegates wrapped up in Nadi, with sessions including an AI essentials masterclass under Chatham House Rules. Climate Watch: Fiji is on El Niño watch for June–August, with experts warning of higher odds of below-normal rainfall and drought risk, while noting local variation. Coral Reef Resilience Research: New global mapping suggests far more coral reefs may survive future warming than previously thought, using satellite imagery and AI to target protection. Agriculture Lab Boost: A $1.3m upgrade reopened Fiji’s Koronivia Agricultural Chemistry Laboratory and Crop Research Information Centre to improve testing accuracy and disease/pest detection. Border Tech for Drug Busts: Immigration is finalising a high-tech inbound screening system using APIS and PNR data to flag high-risk travellers before aircraft land. Tourism Tax Tech: Counterpoint Group’s CP VMS platform helps hotels meet FRCS VAT Monitoring System deadlines without costly hardware upgrades. Cyber Safety Reminder: An opinion piece warns that smartphones are now the “front door” for cybercriminals, making everyday scams a major risk.