Vaccination Watch: A new WHO–UNICEF report says most Pacific island countries are still missing the 90% target for fully vaccinating children. Niue in the lead: Niue is the standout at 100% coverage on its national immunisation schedule, with Tuvalu next at 93%. Gaps still matter: Even higher performers like Tuvalu, Cook Islands and Tonga fell short on one or two vaccine types in 2025—Palau, for example, hit 90% for many vaccines but only 75% for the final measles dose. Global health opportunity: The WHO has opened its Global Internship Programme to citizens of all 194 member states, including eligible African countries, with placements across Switzerland and country offices worldwide. Climate risk for the region: With El Niño underway and predicted to strengthen, island communities across the Marianas and Micronesia are bracing for more intense extreme weather.