No threats from Fukushima waste water discharge: Fiji PM Rabuka
Fiji's Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says he has read the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Report, which deems the Japanese government’s ALPS treatment process...
You will be shot, says Police Commissioner Manning
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Canada’s TMC to seek seabed mining licence in 2024
Canada's The Metals Company (TMC) aims to apply next year for a licence to start mining in the Pacific Ocean, with production expected to...
Fiji-China conducts security review
Fiji's Home Affairs Minister Pio Tikoduadua has highlighted that Fiji and China are conducting a comprehensive security review.
Tikoduadua emphasised the significance of fostering trust...
Deep-sea mining ban draws closer despite China’s opposition
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No guns, only relief efforts in Bougainville: PNG PM
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Climate crisis: Australia must ready for ‘devastating’ regional disruption, MPs told
Australia must prepare for “devastating” climate-fueled disruption in the Asia-Pacific, including failed states, forced migration and regional conflicts over water shortages, a stark briefing...
Accountability.Fish applies for “unconditional” WCPFC Observer Status
In a bid to end the practice of international fisheries decision-making bodies conducting some of their most crucial meetings in secret, the Accountability.Fish advocacy...
What is your fear on independence for Bougainville: President Toroama
Bougainville President Ishmael Toroama has called on Prime Minister James Marape to spell out clearly and honestly his fears about Bougainville obtaining Independence from...
Fiji’s Home Affairs Minister Tikoduadua applauds China as a strong ally
Fiji's Home Affairs Minister Pio Tikoduadua has praised China as a trusted development partner and a steadfast supporter during times of need.
Speaking at the...
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