Pacific Fisheries Policy: President Trump’s executive order is set to reopen commercial fishing in parts of three Western Pacific marine monuments, including the Rose Atoll Marine National Monument near American Samoa, lifting long-standing restrictions and drawing mixed reactions from island leaders and conservation voices. Local Governance & Infrastructure: American Samoa Governor Pulaalii Nikolao Pula told a U.S. Senate panel that the territory’s priority needs total $2.6 billion, including renewable energy, grid modernization, water projects, and a push to modernize the Port of Pago Pago as a potential transshipment hub for critical minerals. Deep-Sea Mining Debate: A new American Samoa-focused Q&A and multi-part commentary continue to press the case for and against polymetallic nodule mining, with attention on natural radioactivity, worker and community safety, and what the territory could realistically gain. Regional Climate Readiness: SPREP urged Pacific communities to prepare for El Niño after the World Meteorological Organization declared the event underway, emphasizing early action to reduce risks. Aviation Costs & Cabotage: A Pacific territories air travel reform push highlights how cabotage rules keep fares high and competition low for routes vital to daily life in Guam, CNMI, and American Samoa. Community & Education: Marist Brothers Old Pupils Association kick-started renovations for Centennial Hall at Saint Joseph’s College in Alafua and Marist Primary School in Mulivai, supported by a recent raffle and community events. Public Safety: A new report alleges DEA watched large fentanyl shipments in New Mexico without seizing them, raising serious questions about public safety and enforcement strategy.