Pacific Diplomacy: Pacific Islands Forum foreign ministers wrapped up talks in Suva without agreeing on a joint statement condemning China’s July missile test, with New Zealand’s Winston Peters saying the region missed a chance and accusing some members of being swayed by outsiders; Palau & Taiwan: Taiwan is set to attend the 55th PIF Leaders Meeting in Palau after being barred last year, with the Forum saying Taipei remains an important development partner; PIF Connectivity: Australia says all PIF members are now connected via undersea cables, a push meant to boost resilience and economic participation; Palau Governance: Palau’s Office of the Attorney General is moving toward public access to the sex offender registry via an on-site computer, while lawmakers also question AG office staffing and private-practice contracts for assistant attorneys general; Energy & Fisheries: Palau renewables coverage highlights a 2050 target for 100% renewable power, and FFA/SPC presented 2026 fisheries ministerial outcomes to Forum officials; Deep-Sea Mining: US deep-sea mining auction plans sparked “no consultations” complaints from US Pacific territories; Weather Disruption: In the Philippines’ Zambales province, all classes were suspended Aug. 10 due to monsoon rains.