Nauru Identity & Sovereignty: Nauru’s parliament has passed an unopposed move to hold a referendum to formally adopt “Naoero,” reviving the indigenous name as a “return” rather than a break, with the vote set to decide whether the change becomes official. Offshore Processing Accountability: A UN report says Australia still remains responsible for the wellbeing of asylum seekers it sent to Nauru, rejecting the idea that obligations can be “contracted out,” as Nauru continues resettling more than 350 non-citizens under a $408m deal. Pacific Security Deals Watch: Australia’s newly signed, “watered-down” Nakamal Agreement with Vanuatu confirms no foreign military bases or infrastructure on Vanuatu’s territory, but drops tighter limits on third-party investment—an important signal for how Nauru and other Pacific states may balance security ties with sovereignty. Regional Fisheries Governance: Pacific fisheries ministers met in New Zealand for the Forum Fisheries Committee, focusing on sustainable management of the Pacific’s tuna and strengthening cooperation across the region. Visa Pathways: New Zealand’s Pacific Engagement Visa (PEV) performance is improving fast, with more visas granted for the 2025–26 cohort than the prior year by the same point. Health & Public Policy: Nauru is highlighted in global reporting on obesity, underscoring the pressure on Nauru’s health system as chronic disease burdens remain severe.