PNG minister Maladina steps down after woman’s alleged assault in Bondi
One of Papua New Guinea’s most senior ministers have stepped down from his post after being arrested for the alleged assault of a 31-year-old...
50 years on, Niue and NZ look to the future
A half-century after pursuing self-government, Niue can count on New Zealand’s steadfast partnership and support, Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters says.
“New Zealand and Niue...
Australians frozen out of Kiribati as China eyes prize
Australian officials are being given the cold shoulder in Kiribati amid concerns the atoll nation’s president is being courted by China.
Visa applications have dragged...
PNG Opposition raises concern on foreign syndicates
The country’s internal security is further at risk with foreign syndicates operating illegal activities in the country and controlling institutions like immigrations and customs,...
President Adeang backs Nauru’s switch to China
Nauru President David Adeang says he hopes Chinese investment “transforms” the tiny island nation after switching recognition from Taiwan.
There is growing influence from Beijing...
‘Precarious’ – Newsmakers dissect state and future of Pacific journalism
If the pen is mightier than the sword, then an army of journalists has assembled in Fiji’s capital to discuss the state and future...
We must Chart our own course in Media Development and navigate our own destiny...
Papua New Guinea’s Minister for Information and Communications Technology, Timothy Masiu Thursday expressed strong support for Fiji’s recent media law reforms.
Addressing 2024 Pacific Media...
Global trend continues to impact media
As society navigates rapid advances in artificial intelligence and geopolitical upheavals, the media sector grapples with financial ravages from digital disruption and the enduring...
Guam’s bid for Pacific Islands Forum status gains traction amid decolonisation push
When residents of Guam celebrate Independence Day at one of the island’s two major U.S military bases on Thursday, the festivities will be tinged...
Fight over Seabed Agency leadership turns nasty
Allegations of possible payments to help secure votes. Claims of abuse of agency funds by top diplomats. A possible job offer to entice a...
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Vanuatu Parliament to debate no-confidence motion against PM Napat Friday
Vanuatu leader of the Opposition and President of the Union of Moderate Parties (UMP), Ishmael Kalsakau, welcomed Wednesday's decision of the Court of Appeal...
Australian diplomacy must be principled, agile and proactive: DFAT Secretary Adams
Australia’s top diplomat says Australian diplomacy is being reshaped to meet a more dangerous and complex world, with a sharper focus on the Indo-Pacific,...
Global health is out of balance: WHO’s Dr Piukala
WHO Regional Director for the Western Pacific Dr Saia Ma’u Piukala has warned that global health systems are fundamentally out of balance, despite major...