Fiji Opposition leader Seruiratu labels PM’s resignation talk ‘theatrics’
Fiji's Opposition Leader Inia Seruiratu claims that the Prime Minister’s remarks on his 'possible resignation' were nothing more than a calculated attempt to generate...
No successor being considered as Fiji Cabinet backs PM Rabuka amid lengthy appeal process
The Fiji government is not considering any succession plan for the Prime Minister, with Cabinet maintaining that there is no urgency to address leadership...
OACPS Council Presidency passes from Solomon Islands to Gambia
The Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States (OACPS) has marked the handover of the Presidency of the Council of Ministers, with leadership transitioning...
‘Treat us with dignity’: Pacific visa fight returns to NZ Parliament
Pacific advocates say New Zealand’s visa system continues to place unfair barriers on their families, especially during emergencies, and are now asking MPs to...
U.S, New Zealand reinforce Indo-Pacific, Pacific and Security ties at Strategic Dialogue
The United States and New Zealand have reaffirmed their strategic partnership, committing to deeper cooperation across security, the Indo-Pacific, Pacific engagement, trade, and emerging...
David Seymour defends Pacific communities, calls for smaller and efficient government
New Zealand deputy Prime Minister David Seymour has rejected claims that Pacific communities rely heavily on welfare.
He says most Pasifika are working, paying taxes,...
Global health systems ‘at risk’ as funding cuts bite, warns WHO
The UN World Health Organisation (WHO) warned on Monday that cuts to international aid and persistent funding gaps are undermining the global health system.
This...
Fiji Military awaits government decision on Gaza peacekeeping invitation
Republic of Fiji Military Forces (RFMF) Commander Major General Ro Jone Kalouniwai says the military will await the Government’s decision on whether Fiji will...
Fiji PM Rabuka says resignation an option if appeal fails
Fiji's Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says he will consider resigning if the Government’s appeal against a High Court ruling on the dismissal of former...
Australia does what it can as U.S aid cuts savage PNG
Care International lost funding for several projects in the Pacific following the U.S retreat from foreign aid.
In January last year, Havini Vira was overseeing...
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National Geographic studies Tokelau’s lagoons, reefs, and open ocean in support of marine conservation
Team of local and international experts will conduct the first comprehensive baseline analysis of Tokelau's nearshore reefs, offshore and deep sea environments.
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