High Court Ruling: Fiji’s High Court quashed the Commission of Inquiry report into Barbara Malimali’s appointment, declaring it null and void and saying the process breached natural justice and was unlawful. Maritime Security: The US handed Fiji three new seven-metre rigid-hull inflatable boats and a ramp to boost operations against drug trafficking, illegal fishing, and other threats. Police & Health Capacity: Fiji National University broke ground on a $9.8m medical simulation centre to strengthen clinical training, while the government also marked progress with community health graduates. Drugs, Homelessness & HIV: Social Protection Minister Sashi Kiran linked drug addiction to rising homelessness and HIV spread, saying rehab alone isn’t enough and calling for wider shelter and counselling support. Public Safety & Enforcement: SPCA Fiji says Police have launched an active investigation into severe animal cruelty reports. Governance & Accountability: Pacific Polytech is demanding the Higher Education Commission and Ministry disclose the grant-allocation formula after a $6.5m operating cut. Regional Politics: Pacific unity faces a test ahead of Palau’s PIF leaders’ meeting after ministers in Suva failed to agree on a joint response to China’s missile test. Elections Watch: Fiji’s Registrar approved the Liberation of Fiji Party, bringing the total to 11 parties contesting the 2026 general election. Sports Governance: New Zealand Football withdrew support for FIFA president Gianni Infantino, citing a breakdown in trust over FIFA’s Forward Enterprise plan, as OFC and NZ split.