Tourism Data: SPTO and the Vanuatu Tourism Office have released the 2025 International Visitor Survey results, showing Vanuatu’s strong appeal to travellers—driven by culture, nature, adventure and Ni-Vanuatu hospitality—with 647 valid responses and 54% first-time visitors. Cruising: Norwegian Cruise Line has extended its 2026–27 South Pacific season, adding more close-to-home itineraries (8 to 13 days) for travellers from April to December 2027. Climate & Water: Vanuatu has declared an El Niño watch, warning of drier conditions, warmer ocean temperatures and uneven rainfall, with government planning for water support and possible emergency measures. Regional Security & Borders: Pacific customs leaders meet in Nadi (June 2–4) to tackle rising cross-border threats like drug trafficking and organised crime, with a focus on scaling up border protection and trade facilitation. Health Sector: Vanuatu’s Ministry of Health is pushing non-communicable disease and cancer care priorities, including plans to strengthen oncology services at Vanuatu National Hospital. Culture & Events: Aelan Riddim Festival is set to bring PNG, Fiji and Vanuatu artists together in Honiara for a Pacific music night. Maritime Risk (Vanuatu-linked): Reports say a Vanuatu-flagged cargo ship was hit by drones in the Black Sea, injuring crew and raising fresh concerns for civilian shipping routes.