Former Kiribati leader rejects Chinese police on island
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Micronesian official sees benefits from economic partnership with China
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Members of European Parliament endorse the conclusion of the Samoa Agreement
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Sexual harassment of Fiji’s women journalists ‘concerningly widespread’ – research
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Pacific countries trained to better manage public debt using Commonwealth Meridian
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New Caledonia elections to be delayed, ahead of crucial constitutional reforms
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U.S officials say pact with strategically key Pacific island nations underscores American commitment
U.S officials stressed Tuesday that newly-approved legislation providing billions of dollars in funding for three strategically important Pacific island nations is an important sign...
Japan, Pacific islands begin second defence ministerial talks in Tokyo
Japan on Tuesday began its second ministerial-level defence meeting with Pacific island nations in Tokyo, aiming to counter China's expanding military clout and maritime...
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Forum faces packed agenda and partner pressure in Palau
By Nic Maclellan in Koror, Palau
Over the weekend, Pacific leaders started to arrive in Koror, Republic of Palau, for the 55th Pacific Islands Forum.
For...
Pacific pushes for special Climate finance window ahead of COP31
By Pita Ligaiula in Koror, Palau
Pacific Island countries are pushing for concrete action on climate finance, keeping the 1.5-degree target within reach and strengthening...
Civil Society demands permanent seat at Pacific decision-making table
By Pita Ligaiula in Koror, Palau
Pacific civil society organisations are demanding their participation in regional decision-making be formally institutionalised, saying they should no longer...