Two Fijians tested positive of the Omicron variant
Two Fijian citizens who had travelled back into Fiji from Nigeria on 25 November have tested positive of the Omicron variant.
This was confirmed by...
Solomon Islands leader wins no-confidence vote after riots
The leader of the Solomon Islands survived a no-confidence vote in Parliament on Monday following riots in the capital last month.
Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare...
Fiji Opposition MPs matter transferred to High Court
The matter against six Fiji Opposition Social Democratic Liberal Party (SODELPA) Members of Parliament has been transferred to the Suva High Court.
The Fiji Independent...
FSM experiencing massive flooding
Low-lying islands in the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) are experiencing massive flooding that threaten the communities across the nation.
“We are watching what’s happening,”...
Australian Labour rules out post-election climate deals, dismissing Coalition scare campaign
The Australian opposition has attempted to blunt a Coalition scare campaign by ruling out negotiating a stronger emissions reduction target if next year’s election...
First Covid-19 case in Cook Islands ‘a good test’ ahead of border opening
The Cook Islands says its first case of Covid-19 is a good test ahead of the opening of its borders next month.
The case is...
Porgera mine to be reopened in April
The new date for the reopening of the multi-billion-kina Porgera mine is April next year, according to Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape.
He...
PM Sogavare defeats motion of no confidence
Members of Solomon Islands Parliament have defeated the motion of no confidence in Solomon Islands Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare tabled by the Opposition Leader...
PM Sogavare says he is a defender of democracy
Solomon Islands Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare has acknowledged those in government that have remained firm despite pressure from rioters for them to resign in...
Motion in recognition of anger based on political and economic issues: Solomons Opposition leader...
Solomon Islands Opposition Leader says the motion of no confidence on the Prime Minister is in recognition of the anger on longstanding political issues.
Speaking...
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SPC must stay accountable to members as it approaches 80th anniversary
The Pacific Community (SPC) must remain responsive to its members’ priorities and accountable for its work as it approaches its 80th anniversary, Director-General Dr...
Tonga urges SPC members to ensure decisions deliver for Pacific people
Pacific Community (SPC) members must make clear decisions on priorities and resources to ensure the organisation continues delivering services for Pacific people, CRGA56 Chair...
Fiji Coalition partner SODELPA rejects Bill 32, demands full repeal of 2013 constitution
Fiji’s Social Democratic Liberal Party (SODELPA) has rejected the proposed Constitution Amendment Bill 2026, known as Bill 32, saying it retains key provisions of...