Adventure Tourism & Industry Growth: ATTA shared findings from its Vanuatu Adventure Tourism Destination Index at the Vanuatu Tourism Market Forum, saying Vanuatu’s biggest challenge is global awareness—yet its kastom culture, volcano scenery and dive sites give it real upside for adventure travellers. Tourism Supply Chains: Vanuatu’s Department of Tourism met hospitality operators in Port Vila to tackle the local produce gap, with hoteliers and restaurants flagging unreliable supply (especially vegetables and eggs) as a major constraint. Cruise Support for Remote Operators: Carnival Adventure donated tableware (600 glasses, 1,500 plates and bowls) to Vanuatu’s tourism department for outer-island bungalow and guest house owners. Cruise Disruption in Vanuatu: Carnival Adventure passengers missed Mystery Island after a Port Vila departure delay linked to a technical issue and Vanuatu biosecurity rules. Marine Conservation: Solomon Islands joined PNG, Vanuatu and Fiji’s Melanesian Ocean Corridor of Reserves (MOCOR), aiming to protect a transboundary marine biodiversity corridor. Local Politics: Vanuatu’s opposition demanded a government apology over the failed Matthew and Hunter negotiations with France.