Fisheries Diplomacy: Samoa is hosting the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (WCPFC) Scientific Committee meeting, with delegates from 26 countries reviewing stock assessments, harvest strategy work and observer programmes after a ceremonial ava welcome by Prime Minister La’auli Leuatea Schmidt. Ocean Protection & Research: Pristine Seas has landed in Samoa for a survey of biodiversity across newly protected marine areas, using SCUBA work, deep-sea cameras, video floats and environmental DNA—aimed at strengthening the country’s 30% ocean protection plan. Public Health Targets: Government has set a 5% reduction goal for non-communicable diseases under its second Pathway for the Development of Samoa, with diabetes, hypertension and cancer tracked through a monitoring framework. Campus Order: Prime Minister Schmidt addressed more than 4,000 NUS students after a violent campus brawl, with police confirming four arrests on charges including causing injury and disorderly conduct. Border Security: A new K9 unit at Faleolo International Airport—funded with Australian support—was launched to boost detection of drugs and restricted items. Green Finance: Samoa’s banks and partners are exploring more green financing, focusing on solar and sustainable investment as the Central Bank and UNDP run a green banking workshop. Regional Politics: Pacific foreign ministers failed to agree on a consensus statement condemning China’s missile test, with Samoa’s CEO for foreign affairs attending the Suva talks. Youth Policy: Samoa helped endorse a Pacific Youth Development Framework for 2027–2036, backed by regional youth leaders and officials. Justice Update: Samoa’s Supreme Court denied a bid to delay sentencing for former Manu Samoa coach Mase Mahonri Schwalger while his appeal proceeds. Child Support Rollout: Details were outlined for the Child Wellbeing Benefits programme, including a $200 newborn bonus and $100 monthly support for eligible children up to 35 months, with registration opening in September.