Kiribati Education & Digital Skills: A KITES “model school” in Kiribati (TUC 1) is rolling out ICT devices, reliable internet and solar power, while teachers get support via the Kiribati Teachers College—aiming to scale what works across remote communities. Pacific Security & Maritime Enforcement: Solomon Islands PM Matthew Wale says a U.S. Coast Guard “ship rider” deal will be signed soon, with local police aboard to boost patrols against illegal fishing and trafficking—after earlier boardings in Vanuatu and Kiribati drew Chinese protests. Pacific Unity Tested by China Missile Launch: Analysts say Pacific Islands Forum members struggled to agree on a joint response after China’s missile test near Tuvalu and Kiribati, reflecting different national interests and ties with Beijing. Diplomacy/One China Pressure: Papua New Guinea has ordered the closure of Taiwan’s representative trade and economic office in Port Moresby, citing the One China policy and deepening ties with Beijing. AI Governance for Small Economies: UN-linked coverage highlights the need for AI guardrails as the digital divide widens, while pointing to Pacific digital readiness efforts (including Tonga, Fiji, Samoa and Vanuatu) as foundations for AI adoption. Trade & Agriculture (Fiji): Fiji’s Food Processors Limited is pushing into fresh and frozen export markets (Australia/NZ first, then regional Pacific including Kiribati) and exploring finance support for contract farmers via the Fiji Development Bank. Visa Access (Kiribati in focus): The Henley Passport Index 2026 lists Kiribati among 44 destinations Nigerians can reach visa-free/with VOA/e-visa, supporting tourism and business travel.