Pre-COP31 Climate Talks in Fiji: World powers are heading to Nadi, Fiji (Oct 5–8) to set the agenda for COP31 in Turkey, with Pacific leaders pushing for 1.5°C, bigger climate finance, and stronger focus on ocean impacts; delegates will also visit low-lying Tuvalu and see land reclamation plans as sea levels rise faster than expected. Tuvalu Connectivity Boost: Tuvalu is expanding transport and digital links, including subsidised Funafuti–Fiji airfares (capped at $600 return) plus improved maritime services, to make travel and essential services more affordable. Tuvalu Coastal Adaptation in Numbers: PM Feleti Teo says Tuvalu has reclaimed 15.3 hectares of flood-free land on Funafuti, with another 10 hectares in progress, while using digital tools to protect sovereignty and heritage. Pandemic Preparedness for the Region: WHO and partners unveiled a $35.99m Pandemic Fund multi-country project for 12 Western Pacific countries to strengthen disease surveillance, lab capacity, and emergency response. Marine Tech for Ocean Cleanup: COP31’s presidency launched a Marine Litter Action Platform in Trabzon to connect proven anti-litter projects with knowledge, monitoring, and finance. Whale Sanctuary Vote Fails: A South Atlantic whale sanctuary bid again missed the required threshold at the IWC, with Tuvalu among the countries voting against. Tuvalu Language Week: In New Zealand, Vaiaso o te ‘Gana Tuvalu is helping children keep te ‘Gana Tuvalu alive through songs and community activities. Health & Climate Justice Lens: New research highlights that women’s exclusion from water and climate decisions drives wider gendered impacts across the Pacific.