Pacific Ocean Protection: Regional leaders are set to meet in Palau for the Pacific Islands Forum, with ocean protection expected to lead the agenda, while pre-COP talks in Fiji and Tuvalu and COP31 in Antalya follow—highlighting a push for connected marine protection across borders via “Blue Corridors” used by whales and sharks. Diplomatic Links: India’s High Commissioner to New Zealand, Muanpuii Saiawi, has been concurrently accredited as the next High Commissioner to Niue (residing in Wellington), with her Niue assignment expected to begin shortly—an update that also points to ongoing tourism and sporting ties. Passport Travel Watch: South African passport holders can reportedly travel to 101 destinations visa-free (Henley Passport Index), a reminder for Niue travellers to double-check entry rules even when visas aren’t required upfront.