Pacific Health Diplomacy: Taiwan is back in Pacific Islands Forum-related events after last year’s exclusion, with Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung heading to Palau for the Taiwan/Republic of China–Forum Countries Dialogue and a Pacific Prosperity Exhibit that includes “smart medicine and healthcare” and a visit to the Belau National Hospital’s AI system. Ocean-Linked Wellness & Climate: Fiji is pushing for the ocean to sit at the centre of COP31 climate action, arguing that warming seas, coral decline and disrupted fisheries directly affect community health and island economies. Clean Energy for Health Budgets: A new UNSW report says Pacific nations spend 10–25% of GDP on fossil fuel imports, and switching from diesel to renewables could save about US$700m a year—money that could support hospitals and other services. Tuvalu Conservation & Community Health: Tuvalu removed invasive rats from six islets, with residents now reporting more birds and coconut crabs returning—part of broader work to reduce invasive yellow crazy ants and mosquitoes. Tuvalu PROPER Safeguards: Tuvalu Fisheries Authority and the Government released key documents for the Tuvalu PROPER oceanscape project, including a Labour Management Procedure focused on worker health and safety and an Environmental and Social Commitment Plan covering community health and safety, biodiversity, and grievance mechanisms. Cardiovascular Risk in the Region: Fiji’s cardiologist Dr Sanjeev Kumar Khubey warns cardiovascular disease is Fiji’s main killer, linking rising cases to lifestyle shifts like higher intake of preserved, frozen and fried foods.