World Environment Day: China is pushing “Now for Climate” as heat, wildfires, floods and droughts intensify, highlighting greener development and conservation efforts. Pacific Health & Care Access: A Chinese naval hospital ship, Silk Road Ark, has set sail for medical missions across the South China Sea and coasts, offering consultations, exams, traditional medicine and health education; it previously visited Nauru and other islands. Tobacco Control in Nauru: Nauru introduced a one-day annual tobacco sale and import ban under a new law for “Our Day to Let Go of Tobacco” (31 May), with fines and prison for violations, aiming to cut non-communicable disease risk. Nauru–Australia Deportation Fallout: Nauru issued a rare statement after allegations that officers overseeing deportees on Nauru made threats of physical violence; the dispute is tied to the NZYQ deportee deal and raises serious safety concerns. Regional Nutrition & Chronic Disease Lens: New obesity figures place Nauru among the world’s highest adult obesity rates, underscoring the need for prevention-focused health support. Sustainable Food Systems: A Pacific Islands Forum fisheries report says regional cooperation keeps major tuna stocks healthy while supporting Pacific economies. Dialysis Support for Pacific Health: India delivered a haemo-dialysis machine with a portable RO unit to Samoa, fulfilling a FIPIC commitment. Nauru Funding Scrutiny: Senate estimates heard Nauru withdrew $30.5m from an Australia-linked trust under the NZYQ deportee deal, including spending tied to airline expansion and travel.