Pacific churches discuss self-determination for Kanaky
By Nic Maclellan in Noumea, New Caledonia
“You belong to the family and the household of the Pacific more than you belong to Europe. We...
Nations agree for action on children’s rights
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Fiji calls for solidarity ahead of COP28
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Fiji PM Rabuka challenges U.S and China to pursue global peace
Fiji's Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says he challenged the United States of America and China to promote global peace.
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Vanuatu's President Nikenike Vurobaravu issues an ultimatum to MPs, telling them they have until 2pm local time today to resolve the political instability that...
Fiji PM to attend COP 28 Meeting in Dubai
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UN agencies urge action to safeguard maternal, child health amidst climate crisis
UN agencies on Tuesday issued an urgent call for action, emphasising the severe health risks faced by pregnant women, babies and children due to...
Sovereign rights not enough, regional cooperation needed for deep-sea mining: TIS
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