Super Rugby Pacific Fallout: New Zealand Rugby has confirmed Moana Pasifika will not be in Super Rugby Pacific in 2027, rejecting all licence rescue bids after none met required capital and business plan thresholds; the competition shifts to a 10-team format, while NZR says the door stays open beyond 2027. Tonga–NZ Rugby Politics: Winston Peters said he was “seriously confident” of a wider Japan/France/UK-style deal but needed more time; Prime Minister Christopher Luxon poured cold water on taxpayer support, arguing public money should go to schools, roads and hospitals instead. Drug Policy Push: Tonga’s National Drugs Taskforce has approved new anti-drug measures, including a remand centre, prison vocational training, reintegration hubs, tactical police support and Phase 2 of the national CCTV project. Public Health Law Review: A review of Tonga’s non-communicable disease legislation flags gaps on alcohol advertising, unhealthy food marketing to children, breastmilk substitute rules, and enforcement/governance weaknesses. Cyber Security Upgrade: Tonga has joined an INTERPOL regional cybercrime initiative to boost intelligence sharing and coordinated operations against ransomware and scams. Budget & Cost of Living: Parliament approved Tonga’s 2026/27 budget of $949.4m, including electricity tariff relief and lifeline support, with a forecast $38.1m deficit financed via bonds and cash reserves. Digital Finance: Tonga Development Bank launched its first ATM network in Nuku’alofa to expand cash access and financial inclusion. Commonwealth Games Team: Tonga’s athletes will compete in eight sports at Glasgow 2026, with TASANOC naming the squad for 23 July–2 August.