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flag Pacific nations faced leadership changes, HIV and dengue emergencies, and a polio outbreak amid climate-driven crises in 2025.

flag In 2025, Pacific nations faced political shifts, health emergencies, and climate-driven crises. flag Samoa saw a leadership change after Prime Minister Fiame Naomi Mata’afa was ousted from her party, leading to La’aulialemalietoa Poltaivao Schmidt becoming prime minister. flag Vanuatu experienced instability after a snap election, with Napat’s Leaders Party emerging as top faction. flag Fiji and Papua New Guinea declared national HIV emergencies, while dengue outbreaks surged across multiple islands, linked to climate change and population movement. flag Papua New Guinea also reported a polio outbreak, with confirmed cases and widespread asymptomatic transmission.

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