Marine Protection Push: The French Polynesian government says it will fully protect 200,000 square miles of ocean in the Te Tai Nui a Hau Marine Protected Area, bringing conserved waters to about 540,500 square miles—roughly twice the size of Texas—while adding artisanal fishing zones where pole-and-line catch from small boats remains allowed. World Oceans Day & Tourism Link: As World Oceans Day spotlights the 30% ocean protection goal, coverage highlights how Tahiti’s Marine Protected Areas and local Indigenous knowledge are being used to support conservation-led tourism. Hotel Sustainability: Hilton Hotel Tahiti in Papeete has received Green Globe certification, citing its partnership with OceanIA and an autonomous solar-powered observation platform combining cameras and AI. Cultural Heritage Oversight: A Territorial Chamber of Accounts report warns that UNESCO World Heritage sites Taputapuatea marae and the Marquesas Islands face management and monitoring gaps, including outdated visitor information and weak checks on historical accuracy. Regional Air Connectivity: Fiji Airways will restart direct Nadi–Nouméa flights from 22 September, aiming to serve growing travel and regional organization traffic. Policy & Security Context: Australia’s budget plans AUD$46 million for police deployments in Solomon Islands, framed as boosting regional resilience amid rising China influence.