Regional Study No. 1 The United Nations Common Country Analysis for the Pacific: Horizon Scanning 2025/26

This study presents a comprehensive assessment of development trends, risks and opportunities across the Pacific island countries and territories (PICTs). Prepared by the United Nations Multi-Country Offices in Fiji, Micronesia and Samoa, this report supports the implementation of the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) and aligns with the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent.

Drawing on national data, regional assessments and stakeholder consultations, the report explores key dimensions of sustainable development under five thematic pillars: People, Planet, Prosperity, Peace and Partnerships. It highlights progress in areas such as health, infrastructure and poverty reduction, while identifying persistent challenges in climate resilience, education, healthcare, gender equality and inclusive economic growth.

The report also introduces transformative tools such as the Multidimensional Vulnerability Index (MVI), which offers a more equitable basis for accessing concessional finance and guiding development cooperation in the Pacific. It underscores the importance of integrated, inclusive and culturally attuned strategies to address the region’s unique vulnerabilities and advance the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

This publication underscores the United Nations’ enduring commitment to the Pacific. It supports efforts to build resilience, advance equity and protect sovereignty, amid an increasingly complex global landscape.