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Fourteen leaders from the Pacific Islands Forum will be attending the PALM10 meeting in Japan this week. This was confirmed by Japan's Foreign Ministry Senior deputy director, Iwasaki Ryuji during a briefing with Pacific media in Tokyo. However, Kiribati President Taneti Maamau will be absent due to upcoming elections in the island nation and New Caledonia President Louis Mapou will not...

Japan and Pacific Island nations will discuss a range of common issues they face during a three-day summit due to open in Tokyo on Tuesday. Japan invites leaders from South Pacific Island nations and other countries once every three years for the Pacific Islands Leaders Meeting. This year's gathering in Tokyo will bring together representatives from 18 countries and territories. Japanese...

Building is in progress for both the venue for the upcoming Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) leaders meeting and accommodation for delegates, who will arrive in Nuku'alofa before the regional event set for 26 - 30 August. With just six weeks to go, Tonga's government is pushing to finish its preparations. The Prime Minister, Hu’akavameiliku Siaosi Sovaleni told a media briefing last...

Niue Premier Dalton Tagelagi says Ocean education can be a beacon of hope and sustainability for future generations. He made the statement on Monday at the Oceans Day in Tokyo, Japan, with a message of hope and sustainability. “Today, I share the significance of ocean education in the context of Niue, a small island nation in the Pacific Ocean,” he said. Tagelagi...

The President of French Polynesia, Moetai Brotherson Monday emphasised the importance of sustainable development and traditional knowledge in preserving marine ecosystems. “I find it very inspiring that Japan has a special holiday for the ocean. I think this is something every country in the world could draw inspiration from,” Brotherson said in his remarks at the Oceans Day in Tokyo. Brotherson...

The tiny Pacific nation of Niue has opened its first honorary consul in Japan. The announcement was made by Niue Premier, Dalton Tagelagi in Tokyo. “I am currently in Japan to attend the PALM 10 meeting and to open Niue's first honorary consul. This visit underscores Niue's commitment to strengthening ties with Japan and the international community, working together towards shared...

French Polynesia President, Moetai Brotherson has shared his thoughts ahead of the PALM10 Summit to be held in Japan this week, focusing on Pacific Island collaboration and his country's tourism industry. Pacific Islands Forum Leaders will meet with the Government of Japan in Tokyo for the 10th Pacific Islands Leaders Meeting (PALM10) which starts today. “First of all, it’s one of...

The Pacific islands cover nearly a fifth of the Earth’s surface, and Japan and the greater international community depend on these territories, primarily because of their shipping routes and commercial fishing. These nations are also on the front line of climate change, and they need significant support to weather its effects. An island nation itself, Japan has been providing funding,...

By Op-ed Fumio Kishida, Prime Minister of Japan Japan and Pacific Island countries and regions, connected by the Pacific Ocean and kizuna (bonds), have been and will continue to be mutually indispensable partners. The circle of friendship between Japan and the Pacific islands has been expanded through exchanges in various areas, including in sports and at the local government level. Tuna...

Phase one of the new Scott Robertson era has begun successfully, albeit not without its drama in a series sweep of England. Now it’s on to the next in San Diego and an entirely new challenge against Fiji. After keeping changes to a minimum between the first Test in Dunedin and second in Auckland, Robertson has already confirmed that his match-day...