Tourism Data Drop: SPTO and Kiribati’s Tourism Authority released the Kiribati International Visitor Survey (IVS) 2025 Annual Report, using 333 valid responses (about 10% of 2025 arrivals) to map visitor spending, satisfaction, and behaviour—aimed at sharper marketing and tourism planning. Visa Shock for Pacific Travel: New Zealand’s Pacific visa fee cuts and longer default multi-entry visas could cost about $1–2 million a year in revenue, with officials saying the system will be managed via budget transfers. Fisheries Enforcement: Operation Tui Moana 2026 wrapped up after three weeks of regional surveillance against IUU fishing, with Kiribati among participating states and dozens of vessel inspections and detections. Nuclear Justice Push: Kiribati renewed calls at the UN over the human cost of nuclear testing, while the wider NPT review conference again failed to agree on disarmament language. Climate Accountability in Court: The UN backed a landmark ICJ climate ruling with 141 votes in favour, strengthening the legal case for urgent action and potential reparations. Blue Economy Move: Fiji and Kiribati signed an MoU to boost sandfish aquaculture, linking livelihoods with environmental stewardship.