French Polynesia President Brotherson advocates for Ocean Education and Sustainable Practices
The President of French Polynesia, Moetai Brotherson Monday emphasised the importance of sustainable development and traditional knowledge in preserving marine ecosystems.
“I find it very...
Niue Premier Dalton Tagelagi opens first honorary Consul office in Japan
The tiny Pacific nation of Niue has opened its first honorary consul in Japan.
The announcement was made by Niue Premier, Dalton Tagelagi in Tokyo.
“I...
French Polynesia President Brotherson discusses PALM10 Summit and shifts in Tourism strategy
French Polynesia President, Moetai Brotherson has shared his thoughts ahead of the PALM10 Summit to be held in Japan this week, focusing on Pacific...
Lawmaker says Guam, CNMI must ‘look after each other’ amid rising tensions in the...
In the face of escalating threats in the region, Commonwealth of the Northern Marianas (CNMI) House Floor Leader Edwin Propst said Guam and the...
CNMI, Guam lawmakers propose joint Marianas visa for both territories
The Marianas Islands Legislature Association (MILA) has adopted a resolution seeking to replace the CNMI’s foreign worker programme with a joint Marianas visa tailored...
U.S Interior’s Assistant Secretary Cantor announces $372 million in Compact funding for Marshall Islands
The United States Department of the Interior’s Assistant Secretary for Insular and International Affairs Carmen G. Cantor has announced US$372 million in Compact of...
Moses Uludong announces bid for Palau’s Presidency
Moses Uludong, a media personality and former politician, has announced his candidacy for the presidency of Palau, challenging current contenders President Surangel Whipps Jr....
Japan to increase MSDF Port calls to Pacific Island nations, Seeking stronger presence in...
The Japanese Government plans to increase the number of port calls by Maritime Self-Defence Force(MSDF) vessels to Pacific Island nations, according to a draft...
Japan to help Pacific Islands build Infrastructure; Marshall Islands to get ¥5 billion to...
The Japanese government plans to announce a wide range of support measures to Pacific Island countries based on their needs to coincide with the...
Japan to provide fisheries research vessels to four Pacific Island nations; Treated water concerns...
The government plans to provide one fisheries research vessel free of charge to each of the four Pacific Island nations of Marshall Islands, Micronesia,...
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