Typhoon & Disaster Readiness (Marianas): Super Typhoon Bavi’s wake is prompting Marianas officials to brace for a longer tropical cyclone season tied to strong El Niño, with Guam and the Northern Marianas still tracking storm impacts and advisories. Maritime & Security (Ports): Pacific port leaders met on Guam to push infrastructure upgrades and maritime security, stressing that port readiness underpins both military posture and local economic stability. Defense Infrastructure (Construction): A Guam industry forum heard that military construction can’t be slowed by delays—contractors and local partners are urged to “get ahead of the threat” with faster timelines. Environment & Data Skills (GIS): GIS and environmental professionals across the Pacific gathered in Fiji to strengthen tools for tackling biodiversity loss, climate change, and pollution. Fisheries Funding (Tuna Treaty): The regional fisheries agency says the US-Pacific Tuna Treaty is delivering about US$50.42 million in 2026 funds to support member nations’ offshore tuna management. Education Access (UOG): University of Guam opened final Triton One Stop registration opportunities on campus and at Micronesia Mall and Agana Shopping Center ahead of the Aug. 19 fall semester start. Deep-Sea Mining Pushback (American Samoa/CNMI): A “Miss Abyss” tour is rallying public opposition to deep-sea mining plans affecting American Samoa and the Northern Mariana Islands.