Mangrove Monitoring in Upolu: Conservation International Samoa’s Kiwa RESTORE Project has launched mangrove health and structure field work, starting with a June 15 Training of Trainers and then two weeks of assessments in eight Upolu communities to build local skills in monitoring, species ID, and data collection—key for coastal protection, biodiversity, and livelihoods. Clean Energy Push Amid Fuel Crisis: Pacific energy experts meeting under the Pacific Peace and Security Dialogue urged island governments to fast-track locally led renewables and decarbonise shipping, warning that emergency fixes won’t solve long-term vulnerability—especially for rural and low-income communities. Regenerative Food for Women Entrepreneurs: A new Idea2Market pilot with Asia Foundation and Pacific Island Food Revolution will support women entrepreneurs in Fiji and Samoa to turn local food traditions and biodiversity into market-ready regenerative products, with coaching, mentorship, and market access. Samoa’s Fisheries Cooperation: Cabinet endorsed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen regional cooperation on sustainable South Pacific albacore tuna management, bringing together Cook Islands, Fiji, Niue, Samoa, and Tonga to improve science-based management and regional advocacy. Climate Risk Watch: SPREP says El Niño conditions are now established, with Western Pacific likely to see drier-than-usual conditions and higher drought risk, urging proactive water planning. Community Safety and Public Assets: Police arrested a 41-year-old after a viral incident of shooting and damaging public streetlights, with leaders reiterating that protecting public assets is everyone’s responsibility.