Commonwealth Climate Talks: PNG PM James Marape met King Charles III at Buckingham Palace, passing condolences and discussing climate action, rainforests, and the need for carbon-emitting countries to remunerate PNG for forest preservation. Coastline Cleanup Call: Motu-Koitabu coastal communities around Port Moresby are urging government support to tackle rising rubbish and plastic pollution affecting beaches, mangroves, health, marine life, and livelihoods. STEM Scholarship Spotlight: A Central/Milne Bay student is heading to India for electrical engineering after STEM support shaped his path—highlighting how unreliable rural power limits study and opportunity. Road Trip Tourism Boost: Improved road access under Connect PNG is opening Milne Bay to more travellers, with a recent 509km Port Moresby–Alotau drive showing the province’s tourism and investment potential. Air Niugini Runway Disruptions: Runway rehabilitation is forcing temporary Air Niugini changes at Mt Hagen, Hoskins, and Kiunga, limiting aircraft types and reshaping schedules until projects finish in coming months. Visa Reciprocity Push: Marape says PNG will review visa reciprocity after the US introduced a refundable K88,000 bond for PNG travellers, aiming for mutual respect while still encouraging tourism and business travel. Marine Tourism Move: PNGTPA has partnered to bring a ferry back into service in Port Moresby Harbour, aiming to expand sightseeing and new marine tourism products. Health Alert: Pacific International Hospital warns cataracts are widespread and may rise with diabetes, urging prevention and eye camps/clinics. PNG Chiefs Momentum: Brian To’o’s strong form continues as the PNG Chiefs build for their NRL push, with attention on how the franchise is shaping up.