Climate Perception: A new World Risk Poll 2026 graphic finds many countries underestimate how much fellow citizens care about climate change, with the “climate perception gap” often showing people are more concerned than they think others are. Marine Protection: Kenya and the U.S. agreed on visa restrictions targeting people linked to illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing, alongside a major maritime security commitment aimed at protecting ocean ecosystems. Oil Pollution Risk: A report on Russia’s “Dark Fleet” describes how older tankers and hidden ownership help keep oil exports moving despite sanctions, while weak insurance raises the risk of spills being pushed onto coastal states. Climate Displacement Funding: The EU launched a €100m, four-year Regional Responses to Climate Displacement programme, with Comoros among beneficiary countries and plans to strengthen early warning and preparedness for El Niño impacts. Regional Tourism (Sustainability): Seychelles highlighted Indian Ocean cooperation at the Vanilla Islands General Assembly and ITM 2026, focusing on connectivity and sustainable tourism growth that can benefit Comoros and neighbors. Nuclear Safety Condemnation: Bahrain and many states, including Comoros, condemned a drone attack targeting electrical infrastructure linked to the Barakah nuclear plant, warning of potential environmental and health consequences.