Pacific Ocean & climate health: Pacific Islands Forum leaders in Palau backed a stronger regional push on ocean sovereignty, fisheries, deep-sea minerals and marine pollution, warning sea-level rise and illegal fishing demand coordinated action. Food & water security: A UN report says the world is likely to overshoot the 1.5°C warming goal, putting Pacific food and drinking water at greater risk; scientists warn tuna may shift east and coastal fishers could lose much of their catch. Disaster-ready health: In Palau, Red Cross volunteers are training Disaster Action Teams in first aid and CPR as communities prepare for more intense impacts. Vanuatu–India ties (health link): India’s next High Commissioner to Vanuatu, Muanpuii Saiawi, is set to take up the role, with cooperation noted in healthcare and climate work. Infectious disease alert (Australia, relevant risk): Health authorities reported a very rare case of STEC infection progressing to HUS after a petting zoo visit, underscoring hygiene around animals. Primary care pressure (Australia): A GP warns long waits for routine care can push people toward emergency departments, raising risks for chronic disease patients. Energy & health budgets (Pacific): Reporting highlights how fossil-fuel dependence and diesel price shocks can drain national budgets, with knock-on effects for health funding.