Good governance a focus of North Pacific tour: NZ deputy PM Peters
New Zealand will support good governance and quality audit activities in the North Pacific, Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters says.
“Promoting good governance and strong...
China using economic coercion to influence Palau’s relationship with Taiwan – Palau leader
Palau's President Surangel Whipps Jr claims China is “weaponising tourism” in a bid to get the nation to sever its ties with Taiwan.
Whipps said...
Winston Peters says ‘we need to keep engaged’ with Micronesia
The President of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) officially held his first ever bilateral meeting with a New Zealand government minister on Tuesday.
The...
‘We’re losing our culture, our values’: FSM
It has taken almost five months for the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) to receive funding support from the United States under the Compact...
Pacific meth usage could become epidemic if left unchecked – expert
A leading academic in the Pacific says New Zealand needs to take a more proactive approach when it comes to drug trafficking in countries...
NZ to cooperate on marine resources in Palau
New Zealand and Palau will cooperate more closely on oceans and marine resources, Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters says.
“Marine resources are a critical source...
NZ RSE Scheme revitalised and cap increased
The RSE scheme is central to our relationships in the Pacific and has delivered tremendous benefits to everyone involved, Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters...
Kalokolevu Village unites in mangrove restoration to combat climate change
In the heart of Kalokolevu village on the outskirts of Fiji’s capital, Suva, an important initiative unfolded as villagers and students united to protect...
Women election candidates seek ‘power to change’ Kiribati male-dominated politics
Former journalist Kairao Bauea makes her political debut as a candidate in Wednewsday’s Kiribati national elections, advocating for a greater role for women in...
Cook Islands and NZ leaders commit to joint declaration to mark 60th anniversary
Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown met with New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon in Auckland where the two discussed a range of bilateral,...
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UN Climate Chief says fossil fuel crisis driving global instability
UN Climate Change Executive Secretary Simon Stiell has warned that rising fossil fuel costs and global instability are putting pressure on economies, calling for...
Tiny Pacific nations face tough choices on food, fuel posed by Iran war
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Second PNG Media Summit elevated to regional event
The Media Council of Papua New Guinea (MCPNG) is proud to announce that the 2nd PNG Media Summit 2026 has been elevated to a...