China does not seek ‘sphere of influence’ in ties with Pacific island nations, foreign...
China has no geopolitical intention in developing its relations with Pacific island countries and does not seek any so-called sphere of influence, Foreign Minister...
Former PNG Opposition leader among new ministers
Former Papua New Guinea Opposition leader Douglas Tomuriesa is among six new ministers sworn in at Government House Tuesday.
He replaces Wake Goi as Minister...
Vanuatu PM to continue consultations on Mathew and Hunter issue
Vanuatu Prime Minister Jotham Napat says Government will continue consultations with leaders, including those from Tafea Province, before deciding its next course of action...
Pacific strategy targets bigger share of Climate finance by 2030
Pacific Island countries have adopted a regional strategy aimed at improving access to climate finance, strengthening institutions and developing new financing mechanisms to help...
Tongan PM says China missile test has ‘caused a stir, created tension’
Tonga’s prime minister has joined a chorus of regional leaders condemning China’s testing of a nuclear-capable long-range missile in the Pacific last week, as...
Tuvalu moves closer to first National Security Policy
Tuvalu has moved a step closer to adopting its first National Security Policy after government officials and key stakeholders met last week to review...
Vanuatu to pursue legal action over Matthew and Hunter
Vanuatu will pursue legal options under international law after failing to reach an agreement with France on the sovereignty of Matthew and Hunter Islands...
FSM, Tuvalu back UN push for methane cuts, seek stronger global accountability
Pacific island leaders are calling for stronger international action on methane emissions, arguing that one of the world's most powerful greenhouse gases is fueling...
Pacific Civil Society condemns China ICBM test, urges leaders to reject all military build-up
A coalition of Pacific regional civil society organisations has condemned China's recent intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) test across the Pacific Ocean and called on...
China officials warned over ‘provocative’ missile test
Australia has raised concerns about Beijing's missile launch into the Pacific with multiple levels of Chinese officials as one minister declares the test the...
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