Pacific Arts & Music: Delap Park in Majuro came alive for Pacific International Inc.’s 50th anniversary, with a big August 8 concert drawing 1,000+ fans. DJ Noiz and Kennyon Brown headlined, with Teidy Boy, Rosie Delmah and Zeah joining in, backed by Six9Too Productions and Power 103.5FM, plus support from PII and Nauru Airlines. Nauru in the Spotlight: A fresh look at why it’s hard for Nauru to land on the world stage highlights the country’s past “soft power” moments and its recent bold move to rebrand as the Republic of Naoero, with Nauruans now “dei-Naoero.” Regional Policy With Nauru Links: Australia’s Treaties Committee is set to hold public hearings on Monday 17 August, including Air Services Agreements covering Nauru (listed as Naoero), with questions on safety, security, customs and competition law—plus how the deals could boost tourism and export opportunities. Pacific Security & Trade: Prime Minister Albanese’s call with US President Trump covered Pacific security, AUKUS, and Trump’s forced-labour-linked tariffs, with Albanese requesting a full exemption for Australia.