PNG reveals defence deal with U.S worth $864m
The United States will spend more than US$864 million (3.5 billion kina) on infrastructure and military training in Papua New Guinea over 10 years...
‘A human face on an abstract problem’: ICJ forced to listen to climate victims
The village of Veraibari in Papua New Guinea sits at the mouth of the Kikori River, just before it opens into the Pacific.
“Veraibari was...
Vanuatu Parliament dissolution judgement Friday
The constitutional hearing regarding the case challenging the President of the Republic of Vanuatu over allegations of a conflict of interest in signing the...
Pacific Islands wait for Trump, wary of climate and China stance
Pacific island nations at the centre of a strategic rivalry between the U.S. and China that brought infrastructure and funding hope President-elect Donald Trump...
Tonga’s PM Hu’akavameiliku throws in the towel
By Lopeti Senituli
In a highly anticipated session of the Tongan parliament to debate and vote on the second vote of no confidence (VONC)...
OACPS slams major polluters at ICJ climate case
The Organisation of African, Caribbean, and Pacific States (OACPS) has delivered a sharp critique of historical polluters during the landmark International Court of Justice...
Tonga’s PM nominations open following resignation
The Speaker of the Legislative Assembly of Tonga, Lord Fakafanua, has officially invited elected representatives to submit nominations for a Prime Minister designate following...
Australian hub to keep Pacific police ready, China at bay
A co-ordination and training centre for Pacific Island police has been opened as Australia seeks to counter China's growing security influence in the region.
The...
Mining the Pacific – future proofing or fool’s gold?
By Katy Watson
"They look like chocolate truffles, just don't eat them," jokes Jean Mason, the curator of the Cook Islands Library and Museum...
U.S will stage next Pan Pacific Swimming Championships ahead of 2028 Los Angeles Olympics
On Monday, USA Swimming confirmed that the William Woollett Jr. Aquatics Centre in the city of Irvine, California, will host the 2026 Pan Pacific...
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Australia unveils $190 million security deal for Solomon Islands
Australia has struck a new security agreement with Solomon Islands to bolster the size of the Pacific island nation's police force.
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Proposed Solomon Islands constitutional amendment defeated, 14 MPs’ absent from voting
Solomon Islands government’s move to amend the constitution which proposed an extended timeframe to allow for the establishment of the Constituent Assembly was defeated...
Fist bumps as more than 130 Australians arrive home safe after surviving Vanuatu’s worst...
With a fist pump and tears of relief, Chantel Mara was visibly emotional as she stepped onto the tarmac at Brisbane international airport, finally...