Outer-Island Transport: A Vanuatu outer-island transport safety debate is back in focus after recent boat incidents in TAFEA, with calls for safer, more regular and reliable air and sea services to protect access to health care, education, markets and jobs. US Visa Bond for Ni-Vanuatu: The US Embassy in Port Moresby says Vanuatu’s permanent inclusion in the US Visa Bond Programme is meant to enforce immigration rules and curb overstays, with bonds potentially reaching US$20,000. Cruise Demand & Vanuatu Link: Royal Caribbean’s Asia-Pacific expansion is being timed with the opening of Royal Beach Club Lelepa in Vanuatu, as cruise lines chase more immersive, longer-port itineraries. Cruise Industry Moves: Royal Caribbean also issued cancellation notices for some 2027 West Coast bookings due to ship redeployments, offering rebooking or refunds. Tourism Industry Training: A World Athletics Kids’ Athletics “train the trainer” course in Solomon Islands included teachers and coaches from Vanuatu, supporting grassroots sport participation. Visa Overstayer Concern: Vanuatu is also mentioned in reporting on visa overstayer concerns and a US$20,000 bond requirement. Sports Spotlight: Vanuatu’s Galaxy FC is set for the OFC Men’s Champions League semi-final against Solomon Islands’ Central Coast FC.