Regional Shipping & Climate Diplomacy: Seven Pacific transport ministers signed the Pacific Blue Shipping Partnership in Majuro, with Fiji among signatories, aiming to coordinate a low-carbon, climate-resilient shipping transition and unlock climate funding for newer vessels, ports and skills. Election Watch: Fiji’s Acting A-G Siromi Turaga rejected social media claims that the general election could be delayed, pointing to the Electoral Commission’s earliest writ date of June 24, 2026. Fuel Relief Timing: The FCCC says don’t expect immediate cuts to fuel and LPG prices even after reports of a US-Iran peace deal, warning Fiji’s pricing lags about two months and depends on sustained global changes. Justice & Accountability: Police say the Peniasi Racagi death investigation files have been sent to the ODPP for independent legal review, expected to take three to four weeks. Human Trafficking Pressure: Fiji faces scrutiny over its US Trafficking in Persons standing, with lawmakers questioning enforcement, resourcing and victim protection gaps; a $500,000 TIP allocation was confirmed. Drugs & Maritime Borders: Pacific leaders warn trafficking networks are exploiting maritime routes, with Fiji highlighted as a regional hub where drug impacts can spread quickly. Agriculture Upgrade: A $1.3m Koronivia lab reopening will improve agricultural chemical testing and disease detection for farmers and exporters. Health in Tailevu: Nayavu Health Centre was upgraded with solarisation, expanding maternal, child and emergency services for over 7,000 people. Cost-of-Living Debate: Business groups are urging targeted Budget relief—especially fuel support—while warning fiscal space is tight and households and SMEs are under strain.