The 22nd Western Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (WCPFC22) regular summit in Manila, Philippines, from 1-5 December 2024, closed its long week of meetings on a high note. Adoption of the Management Procedure for the South Pacific Albacore (or SPA MP) tuna species is the highlight of this year’s gathering. Conclusion to the long debate in the management of this important tuna species through the harvest strategy framework reinforces the WCPFC as one of the leading regional fisheries management organisations (RFMOs) in managing tuna fisheries. Success of this year’s meeting culminates the result of hard work, dedication, and commitment to shared goals toward sustainable fisheries, compounded by the compromise of the entire Commission membership. For Kiribati, the SPA is mainly found in the southern Line Islands; therefore, adoption of the SPA MP would lay the foundation for future work to ensure long-term sustainability of this resource. As PNA Chair, Kiribati chaired PNA preparatory meeting to the WCPFC22 including the PNA Special meeting (SPNA83). In addition, the team also had the chance to meet and renew bilateral fishing agreements with distant water fishing nations at the margin of the plenary. These deals are critical to the Government revenue in 2026. MFOR is represented through these meetings, including PNA and FFA prep meetings, by four OFD senior officials. The Government of Kiribati acknowledged the host country, co-host Canada, the WCPFC, FFA, and the PNAO for the support throughout the meeting and wishes everyone a happy festive season.