The A Fano Tia group has decided to present Naumi Mihuraa as the sole candidate for the 2026 senatorial elections, with Mike Cowan as the substitute. Their candidacy will be submitted to the High Commission after Moetai BROTHERSON returns from Palau, between September 7 and 11, the period for opening and closing candidacy submissions. The elections will take place on September 27, 2026.