Food & Water Crisis on Nauru: Asylum-seekers held in the community say they’re going hungry, with a new Asylum Seeker Resource Centre report finding 99% can’t afford enough food on Australia’s $260-a-fortnight allowance and most struggle to access fresh produce and clean drinking water. Offshore Processing Scrutiny: Detainees describe having to choose between meals and essentials like clothing and internet, as the Commonwealth funds offshore detention despite the reported shortages. Policing Powers & Legal Fight: A quiet change to Nauru’s policing powers is raising questions about whether laws were adjusted to blunt Federal Court challenges tied to deportation cases. Visa Rules Across the Pacific: Papua New Guinea published a 2026 visa-on-arrival list for 28 countries (including Nauru), while Russia and other countries also released updated visa-free/visa-required entry lists—useful for travelers planning routes through the region. Regional Security & Travel Context: China’s submarine-launched missile test reportedly passed near Nauru, adding to heightened Indo-Pacific tensions that can affect travel planning and regional stability. Pacific Climate Focus: Ahead of the Pacific Islands Forum in Palau, leaders are shifting from awareness to accountability, financing, and delivery on climate commitments—key for long-term travel and safety planning. Tourism Spotlight: A travel feature pitches Nauru as a “hidden gem,” highlighting easy island exploration, year-round warm weather, and practical tips like using AUD and expecting limited banking services.