Maritime Compliance & Sanctions: Windward reports 275 tankers in Q2 broadcast fraudulent registry flags and 1.24m false ship-to-ship AIS meetings, pushing more risk onto bunker suppliers as sanctions-linked bunkering checks tighten. Shipping Finance (Marshall Islands-linked): Star Bulk Carriers (Marshall Islands-based) set an offering price range in Greece of €23.00–€25.50 and moved for a parallel listing on Euronext Athens. Corporate Moves in Shipping: Toro Corp plans a spin-off of its LPG carrier business into AI OKTO, starting with two LPG vessels and $45m cash. Pacific Security & Diplomacy: The 55th Pacific Islands Forum in Palau highlighted China-Taiwan pressure and “wolf warrior” diplomacy, with leaders split and climate and security priorities colliding. Ocean, Fisheries & Deep-Sea Minerals: Forum leaders backed a stronger Pacific stance on ocean sovereignty, fisheries, deep-sea minerals and pollution, urging coordinated action and preparations for the 2027 BBNJ talks. Climate Cost to Tuna & Food: New modeling warns Pacific states could lose up to $90m a year in tuna access fees and see major declines in coastal fisheries, hitting government revenue and meals. El Niño & Fuel Stress: Pacific communities facing fuel shortages are bracing for El Niño-driven drought in some areas and heavier rain in others, with growing pressure on water, food and children’s health. Marshall Islands Business Angle: A Marshall Islands-flagged ro-ro, Min Jiang Kou, remains in blackout after a fire; Panama reports a temperature rise detected during salvage as tugs stabilize the vessel for transfer. Regional Mobility & Travel: UK published an ETA list for citizens of 82 countries, allowing up to six months for tourism, business meetings and short study—relevant for regional travel and trade planning.