Climate Diplomacy: Solomon Islands Minister Wayne Ghemu urged Pacific unity on climate action as ministers met in Sydney ahead of COP31, warning the region faces mounting global pressure and an existential climate threat. Security & Regional Unity: Analysts say China’s missile test near Tuvalu exposed how hard it is for Pacific states to agree on a shared “ocean of peace” response, after the Pacific Islands Forum failed to issue a joint statement. Palau Governance: The Palau Senate advanced a bill to close fraud loopholes by creating a broad criminal fraud offense, strengthening tools for police and prosecutors. Local Policy & Services: Another Senate bill would give PALARIS authority over naming Babeldaob’s national highways and set national address standards. Community & Health: Preschool cooks in Palau are training to use more fresh local produce, with a School Chef Competition set for July 28. Traditional Leadership: Aimeliik’s high chief succession dispute continues as the Palau Council of Chiefs has not yet formally seated Antonio Ngirturong, despite Ngarkeai chiefs backing him. Drugs Funding: Palau-Taiwan Small Grants were awarded to 31 local groups under the “Just Say No” illegal drugs initiative. Regional Watch: A separate report highlights PICRC training in ReefCloud for coral monitoring in Kosrae.