The Pacific Islands News Association (PINA) and the Fijian Media Association (FMA) have announced that the 8th Pacific Media Summit will be held in Savusavu, Fiji, from 21–25 September 2026.
PINA President Kalafi Moala said the summit will bring together media professionals, editors, broadcasters, digital innovators, development partners and policymakers from across the Pacific and beyond.
Held under the theme, “Reaching the Remote: Media and Digital Innovation for a Connected Blue Pacific,” the summit is expected to attract between 150 and 200 delegates.
“The Pacific Media Summit, hosted by the Fijian Media Association (FMA) is the region’s premier biennial gathering of media professionals, bringing together journalists, editors, broadcasters, media leaders, digital innovators, development partners, and policymakers from across the Blue Pacific and beyond,” the PINA statement said.
According to PINA, discussions will focus on improving media access in remote communities, digital transformation, collaboration among Pacific media organisations, and challenges facing independent media, including misinformation and sustainability.
The Summit will provide a platform to:
• Explore innovative approaches to reaching remote and outer island communities.
• Share best practices in digital transformation and mobile journalism.
• Strengthen collaboration across Pacific media organisations.
• Address emerging challenges, including misinformation and the sustainability of independent media.
Kalafi said the summit is aimed at strengthening regional dialogue and advancing “a more connected, informed, and resilient Pacific.”
Further details on registration, programme and logistics are expected to be released in the coming weeks.
