Maritime Safety & Travel Disruption: Vanuatu’s MV Matui ferry tragedy is still unfolding, with at least one death and more than 30 people missing after the vessel sank between Ambae and Santo; search teams have shifted focus toward the coastline as questions grow over strong winds, marine warnings not being heeded, and possible overloading. Government Response: Prime Minister Jotham Napat has cancelled his UN trip to stay in Vanuatu, meet survivors, and push reforms, including transferring functions of the Vanuatu Maritime and Safety Authority to the Office of the Prime Minister to strengthen emergency coordination. Outer-Island Tourism Push: Vanuatu’s Department of Tourism has completed a development mission to Aneityum and Futuna, aiming to grow visitor options beyond the usual Tanna and cruise draw—spotlighting hiking, agritourism, conservation/botanical experiences, and community homestays/guesthouses. Regional Air Connectivity: Solomon Airlines has revised its international schedule due to extended A320 repair delays, affecting routes including Port Vila and Santo. Medical Tourism Link: Fiji continues to attract Pacific patients, with Tongan heart-care cases treated in Nadi—another reminder of how travel supports healthcare across the region.