Pacific Security: Australia and Vanuatu have signed the long-delayed “Nakamal Agreement” in Canberra, a watered-down $500m security pact that keeps Australia as Vanuatu’s main policing and development partner while locking in Vanuatu’s promise that its territory won’t be used for any foreign military base or militarised infrastructure. Constitution & Governance: Fiji’s Constitutional Offices Commission met to discuss key appointments, including the future of the RFMF Commander, Parliament secretary-general and the Corrections Commissioner. Rule of Law: The Fiji Law Society urged constitutional reform to strengthen MP accountability and push for an independent Ombudsman, while also calling to abolish or strip FICAC of prosecutorial powers and review immunity provisions. Budget Fallout: The RFMF hit back at a 9% cut to its 2026-27 allocation, arguing it is essential to tackling drugs and corruption. Cost of Living & Services: Fiji’s taxi fare adjustment takes effect July 1 on a temporary basis, while the Nadi business community demands faster action on the $3m Nadi River Flood Alleviation Project. Regional Development: Japan handed Fiji three patrol boats to boost maritime surveillance and enforcement. Energy Politics: Opposition Leader Inia Seruiratu backed the renewable energy push tied to the budget’s $2b energy plan. Agriculture: Sugar farmers in Nadi and the NFU threaten a no-harvest stand over the $85/tonne guaranteed cane price, as mills prepare to start crushing.