US Visa Bond Made Permanent for Pacific Travellers: The US has locked in its refundable visa bond scheme for B-1/B-2 business and tourism applicants from PNG, Fiji, Tonga, Tuvalu and Vanuatu, with a bond set at about US$20,000 (around K88,200) to discourage overstays—officials stress it’s not a travel ban and visas can still be issued if applicants meet requirements. Vanuatu Domestic Aviation Worries: Santo’s tourism body says the domestic aviation “recovery” still isn’t delivering reliable connectivity, with ongoing cancellations and schedule changes affecting residents, businesses and visitors. OFC Men’s Champions League (Vanuatu in the Mix): Galaxy FC (Vanuatu) faces Rewa FC in Lautoka as the tournament kicks off in Fiji, with matches streamed live and free on DAZN. Tourism Deals for Vanuatu: Jetstar’s “Island Life Sale” and Virgin Australia’s Pacific discounts include fares to Port Vila from $199 and Vanuatu routes from $459 (selected dates). Health Alert for Dengue: Australia’s Smart Traveller warns of dengue risk in Samoa and across the Pacific, urging mosquito protection—relevant for Vanuatu-bound travellers planning multi-island trips. Diplomacy & Tourism Links: PNG and Vanuatu broke ground on a new PNG chancery in Port Vila, with tourism flagged as a key area for closer cooperation.