Fiji PM assures stability of cabinet positions, has no say on Supreme Court opinion:...
None of the positions or portfolios of Fiji Government cabinet ministers are threatened.
This assurance comes from Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka, as nine opposition members...
Agent Orange study on Guam civilian population expected to move forward
Efforts to seek compensation for victims of Agent Orange in Guam inched closer to reality, while a similar attempt for Guam residents who were...
Tiny Niue wants the power to build tourism
At a reception marking the 50th anniversary of Niue's self-governance, the premier of the tiny Pacific country offered an off-hand and off-script confession.
“"I think...
Tonga’s first Anti-Corruption Commissioner sworn into office
Tonga's first Anti-Corruption Commissioner, a New Zealander, Chris LaHatte, was sworn into office before the Tonga Cabinet on Friday 05 July 2024.
LaHatte, a lawyer...
French election: newcomers in New Caledonia, French Polynesia
The French general election in the Pacific on the weekend has produced new MPs in New Caledonia and French Polynesia, but in opposite directions.
In...
Vanuatu, Solomon Islands PMs’ visits to China expected to boost cooperation
China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on Friday that the prime ministers of the Republic of Vanuatu and Solomon Islands will pay official visits...
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,...
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A proposal to explore for deep-sea minerals in international waters between Kiribati, the Cook Islands and French Polynesia is open for public comment until...
Congregational Christian Church of American Samoa passes resolution opposing deep-sea mining
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U.S rejects sovereignty fears over Solomons Shiprider deal
The United States has insisted its newly signed Shiprider Agreement with Solomon Islands is designed to strengthen, not undermine, the country’s sovereignty.
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