Pacific Islands Forum eyes pre-COP Summit to advance regional climate priorities
The Pacific Islands Forum will engage in a pre-COP leaders’ summit in 2026, as regional leaders work to ensure Pacific priorities remain central to...
Trump signs order to further restrict entry of foreign nationals to U.S, includes Tonga
U.S President Donald Trump signed a proclamation on Tuesday that further restricts and limits the entry of foreign nationals to the United States, the...
Pacific Islands Forum warns UN human trafficking is a growing threat in the Pacific
Solomon Islands’ UN envoy Jane Waetara addressed the General Assembly review of the Global Plan of Action on human trafficking on behalf of Pacific...
Tuvalu condemns Bondi attack, Stands with Australia
The Government of Tuvalu has condemned the deadly attack at Bondi Beach and expressed solidarity with Australia, offering condolences to the victims and their...
PM Rabuka appoints Sakiasi Ditoka as Fiji’s new Foreign Minister in Cabinet reshuffle
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has announced a Cabinet reshuffle, appointing Sakiasi Ditoka as Fiji’s new Minister for Foreign Affairs and External Trade.
“As we approach...
Solomon Islands Foreign Minister Agovaka warns OACPS is at a crossroads
Solomon Islands Foreign Minister Peter Shanel Agovaka opened the 120th OACPS Council session in Brussels on 12 December as President-in-Office.
Addressing Ministers and delegates from...
Nauru President condemns Bondi attack, Backs Australia
Nauru President David Adeang has condemned the deadly shooting at Bondi Beach, describing it as a horrific and senseless act of terror, and extended...
Fiji abstains as UN adopts resolution on protecting humanitarian and UN personnel
Fiji was among six countries that abstained when the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution on the safety and security of humanitarian workers...
Elizabeth Wright-Koteka appointed new Cook Islands foreign affairs and Immigration secretary
The Cook Islands Public Service Commission has announced Elizabeth Wright-Koteka’s appointment as Secretary for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI), effective 1...
Pacific workers stay silent to keep their jobs
Pacific workers who flock to Australia on temporary visas are too afraid of losing their jobs to fight for better pay and working conditions.
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Malvatumauri demands revocation of Dr Naupa’s MSG DG appointment by 30 July
The Malvatumauri National Council of Chiefs has issued an ultimatum to Vanuatu Prime Minister Jotham Napat, demanding the immediate revocation of Dr Anna Naupa's...
Vanuatu Government demands apology over criticism of MSG DG appointment
The Vanuatu Government has condemned the Malvatumauri National Council of Chiefs over its criticism of the appointment of Dr Anna Naupa as the new...
China urges openness after Solomon Islands announces U.S Coast Guard patrol deal
China says it is ready to deepen cooperation with the Solomon Islands while calling on all countries engaging with Pacific Island nations to respect...