EU Overseas Territories & Health Governance: EU lawmakers in Strasbourg backed stronger EU support for Greenland and other Overseas Countries and Territories, calling for more funding, democratic oversight, and local community consultation—an issue that can shape education, skills, and services in the wider Pacific and beyond. Humanitarian Care in the Pacific: New Zealand Defence Force teams are progressing on a month-long mission in Penrhyn (Cook Islands), including repairs to the island hospital, plumbing and electrical upgrades, and dental care for 75+ patients, alongside water infrastructure and school improvements. Pacific Ocean Conservation With Health Links: The Bezos Earth Fund announced $25M more for Pacific Ocean conservation across Cook Islands, Kiribati, Papua New Guinea, Tonga, and Vanuatu, aiming to protect at least 30% of waters by 2030—relevant for food security and long-term community health. Local Health & Drug Risks: A new report highlights French Polynesia’s growing role in international drug trafficking, with higher volumes of cocaine and methamphetamine transiting the territory and a rising local meth market, raising public health and safety concerns. Food Security & Nutrition: Breadfruit advocates across the Pacific are tackling supply chain barriers to boost ʻulu consumption and cultivation, framing the crop as a tool for community health and climate-resilient diets.