Palau president expects China to try to meddle in election
The Pacific island nation of Palau expects China to attempt to meddle in a national election later this year over its recognition of Taiwan,...
Pacific Ocean Commissioner calls for global ocean literacy on World Ocean Day
On a significant event of World Ocean Day on 08 June, the Pacific Ocean Commissioner, Dr Filimon Manoni joined voices worldwide to honour the...
World Oceans Day event highlights immediate action to protect oceans
UN World Oceans Day, celebrated on Friday at UN Headquarters in New York, focused on “opening minds, igniting senses, and inspiring possibilities” to protect...
ICJ extends deadline for written comments on climate obligations
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has extended the deadline for states and organisations to submit written comments on climate obligations and responsibilities under...
Fiji PM very supportive of New Zealand’s Aukus consideration
Fijian Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka is very supportive of New Zealand considering joining the Aukus security pact, saying his nation would likely benefit from...
Global report reveals half of World’s mangroves at risk, Local efforts in Fiji offer...
In a quiet corner of the world, where the land meets the sea in a delicate embrace, a battle is being fought to save...
Australia, China seek bigger ties with Solomon Islands
Australia's Foreign Minister Penny Wong said Canberra wanted deeper ties with its Pacific neighbour Solomon Islands and a region where decisions are made “without...
Micronesian islands are losing workers, residents to mass migration
Stories of residents leaving their home island and labour shortages are common across Micronesia, island leaders said during a summit in Guam this week.
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Micronesian travel is ‘among the most expensive in the world’
Travel to, from and within Micronesia is “among the most expensive in the world,” according to island leaders gathered this week on Guam and...
NZ PM Luxon lauds Fiji’s anti-drug achievements, Enhanced cooperation to combat drug trafficking
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon visited the Fiji Police Detector Dog Unit Thursday, emphasising New Zealand’s commitment to assisting Fiji and the region...
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At least 10 feared dead in Gold Ridge Pit collapse in Solomon Islands
Solomon Islands Police are now at the Gold Ridge mine site as reports emerge that at least 10 bodies have been recovered after a...
More Pacific defence partnerships likely after PNG and NZ sign agreement, expert says
The new defence agreement between Papua New Guinea (PNG) and New Zealand could lead to more joint training, maritime patrols and regional cooperation as...
Signing the U.S shiprider agreement is selling our sovereignty: Sogavare
Solomon Islands leader of the Opposition, Manasseh Sogavare, has warned that the ruling government’s plan to sign a shiprider agreement with the United States...