Samoa–Fiji Health Link: Samoa’s Ministry of Health is stepping up HIV preparedness after Fiji declared a national HIV emergency, stressing it’s precautionary and not claiming Samoa has the same situation; the plan includes surveillance, lab readiness, prevention, treatment pathways, and community risk messaging, with a reminder to avoid needle sharing and use condoms correctly. Election Petition in Focus: Safata 2 MP Tuia Paepae Pua Letoa gave evidence in the election bribery petition tied to compensation linked to the sunken HMNZS Manawanui, denying a reported quote about switching parties and pointing to district consultations and letters submitted to authorities. Regional Governance & Rights: Commonwealth Foundation appoints Samoan American feminist Maluseu Doris Tulifau as Civil Society Advisory Governor for the Pacific, arguing representation must translate into shaping policy and funding priorities. Pacific Mobility Policy: Australia confirms PALM work-placement eligibility for 10 countries including Samoa, while New Zealand politics debates visa-free travel trials for Samoa with conditions and possible cancellation for abuse. Media Freedom & Leadership: Fiji PM Sitiveni Rabuka backs media freedom after repeal of restrictive media legislation, and Solomon Islands journalist Elizabeth Osifelo is elected PINA vice-president. Climate Justice Push: Pacific legal and media leaders advance ICJ climate submissions and adopt a Savusavu loss-and-damage media declaration calling for stronger action on 1.5°C.