Palau president expects China to try to meddle in election
The Pacific island nation of Palau expects China to attempt to meddle in a national election later this year over its recognition of Taiwan,...
Pacific Ocean Commissioner calls for global ocean literacy on World Ocean Day
On a significant event of World Ocean Day on 08 June, the Pacific Ocean Commissioner, Dr Filimon Manoni joined voices worldwide to honour the...
World Oceans Day event highlights immediate action to protect oceans
UN World Oceans Day, celebrated on Friday at UN Headquarters in New York, focused on “opening minds, igniting senses, and inspiring possibilities” to protect...
Pacific Islands Kava producing countries agree on the Plan for regional and United Kava...
The Pacific is one step closer to protecting the cultural heritage, quality, intellectual property, and economic benefits of Pacific kava.
Pacific Kava producing countries have...
ICJ extends deadline for written comments on climate obligations
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has extended the deadline for states and organisations to submit written comments on climate obligations and responsibilities under...
Fiji PM very supportive of New Zealand’s Aukus consideration
Fijian Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka is very supportive of New Zealand considering joining the Aukus security pact, saying his nation would likely benefit from...
Global report reveals half of World’s mangroves at risk, Local efforts in Fiji offer...
In a quiet corner of the world, where the land meets the sea in a delicate embrace, a battle is being fought to save...
Australia, China seek bigger ties with Solomon Islands
Australia's Foreign Minister Penny Wong said Canberra wanted deeper ties with its Pacific neighbour Solomon Islands and a region where decisions are made “without...
Micronesian islands are losing workers, residents to mass migration
Stories of residents leaving their home island and labour shortages are common across Micronesia, island leaders said during a summit in Guam this week.
Regional...
Micronesian travel is ‘among the most expensive in the world’
Travel to, from and within Micronesia is “among the most expensive in the world,” according to island leaders gathered this week on Guam and...
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‘Test of regionalism’: Pacific church group calls for review of Israel’s PIF role
The region's premier ecumenical organisation is calling for Israel's new partnership with the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) to be reviewed.
The Pacific Conference of Churches...
‘Cut the umbilical cord’: Bougainville’s bid to break away from Papua New Guinea faces...
For decades, the distant island of Bougainville has fought for secession from Papua New Guinea, for a future as an independent nation of its...
Fiji passport ranks 97th globally, opens 78 destinations
Fijian passport holders can access 78 overseas destinations without obtaining a traditional visa in advance, but Fiji ranks 97th globally and 11th among 14...