Ocean law and Pacific voice: A senior legal expert says ocean and climate talks often diverge between public promises and closed-door deals, sidelining Pacific and Global South priorities. World Oceans Day in Vanuatu: Climate Change Minister Ralph Regenvanu calls the ocean a shared responsibility amid a “triple planetary crisis” of climate change, biodiversity loss and pollution, pointing to new ocean-protection momentum. Climate accountability at UN level: The UN General Assembly endorsed the ICJ’s climate obligations advisory opinion, reinforcing that failing to protect the climate system is a breach of international law. Pacific-led governance under pressure: Dame Meg Taylor warns rising militarisation and foreign funding could weaken Pacific control of ocean futures, urging economic self-determination. Renewables for resilience: Pacific communities push solar as fuel costs and unreliable power strain households and schools, with Vanuatu Climate Action Network staff among trainees. Marine protection moves: Papua New Guinea plans a Western Manus marine protected area with a total fishing ban, aiming to connect reserves across the Melanesian Ocean Corridor including Vanuatu. Fisheries trade rules: EU food-safety updates are set to affect most Pacific freezer vessels exporting to the EU, with regional training in Suva to help compliance. Local community note: Port Vila marked 51 years of Port Vila Day, themed around rebuilding after the 2024 earthquake.