Vanuatu Tourism Data: SPTO and the Vanuatu Tourism Office have released the 2025 International Visitor Survey results, showing Vanuatu’s strong pull with 54% first-time visitors and holiday travel leading the purpose of visit, using PTDI support funded by New Zealand to guide planning and product decisions. Climate Watch: Vanuatu has declared an El Niño watch, warning of warmer ocean conditions and uneven, reduced rainfall that could hit water supplies and agriculture, with government response measures and possible emergency steps already being readied. Regional Media: NBC is hosting the 16th Pacific Media Partnership Conference in Port Moresby, focusing on resilient Pacific storytelling and newsroom safety amid misinformation and digital disruption. Cruise Demand: Norwegian Cruise Line has extended its 2026–27 South Pacific season with more close-to-home itineraries for Australians, highlighting culture and relaxation as top cruise motivators. Border Security: Pacific customs leaders meet in Nadi to tackle growing cross-border threats, including drug trafficking and organised crime, with a push for stronger regional cooperation. Tourism Context: A separate Pacific Tourism Organisation/Niue Tourism update shares key findings from the 2024 International Visitor Survey, reinforcing regional visitor preference and spending insights.