Dengue Alert: Dengue activity is rising across the Pacific, with outbreaks reported in American Samoa, Kiribati, New Caledonia, Samoa, Tonga and Tuvalu; from 1 Jan–11 Jun 2026 there were 3,500+ confirmed cases, 156 hospitalisations and 3 deaths, and health services may face heavy pressure. Health Diplomacy: India’s High Commissioner to Fiji met Kiribati’s Health Minister to discuss deeper healthcare cooperation, including affordable drugs, dialysis machines, sea ambulance support, and capacity building. Digital Safety for Youth: Kiribati’s minister for women, youth, sport and social affairs warned that fast digital change is reshaping community life, with social media misinformation and manipulation posing risks for young people, elders and public safety. Regional Drug Health Risks: Pacific leaders say transnational drug trafficking is becoming a regional security and health crisis, warning that spillover effects can spread quickly and harm public health across island nations, including Kiribati.