PNG Controller imposes one-month ban on gatherings of 20-plus persons
Papua New Guinea Commissioner of Police and Controller of the PNG COVID-19 National Pandemic Response David Manning has issued a directive banning gatherings of...
‘Ikale Tahi European tour confirmed
The ‘Ikale Tahi will face Scotland, England, French Barbarians, and Romania during their European tour in October and November, Tonga Rugby Union CEO Peter...
Palau President Whipps asks world leaders to support Pacific maritime boundaries declaration
Palau President Surangel Whipps Jr called on the global community to support the Pacific island leaders’ declaration of setting permanent maritime boundaries even if...
‘Neglected danger’: Nukes not in forefront in speeches at UN
It was the Marshall Islands’ turn to speak, and the president wanted to remind world leaders of a cause the United Nations has espoused...
Fiji records 65 new cases of COVID-19, 29 new covid deaths reported
Fiji has recorded 65 new cases of COVID-19 and 29 new deaths Tuesday, increasing the total number of cases in the island nation to...
Sydney think tank says China less generous toward Pacific
China gave significantly less aid to Pacific island nations in recent years despite Beijing’s diplomatic efforts to increase its influence in the region, according...
Fiji Defence Minister welcomes top appointments
Fiji's Defence Minister Inia Seruiratu says the recent top appointments within the disciplined forces are timely.
Seruiratu said these are challenging times and there are...
PNG forced to transfer vaccines donated by New Zealand
Pacific nations are swiftly rolling out their vaccine programmes, but some countries are struggling with vaccine hesitancy, logistical challenges and the risk of significant...
Tonga aims to vaccinate 70 percent of population by the end of 2022
Tonga's Prime Minister told the United Nations that Tonga aims to vaccinate up to 70 percent of its population by end of 2022.
In a...
Kiribati launches PACER Plus partnership to boost agricultural exports
Kiribati is set to benefit from technical support and sustainable economic development opportunities arising from participation in the Pacific Agreement on Closer Economic Relations...
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PIF prioritises climate resilience and regional unity
Climate change resilience remains a central goal for Pacific Island nations as they face its severe impacts.
Pacific Islands Forum Secretary General Baron Waqa says...
France delays New Caledonia referendum
By Nic Maclellan
Bowing to reality, the French government has abandoned plans to hold a referendum on March 15 to consider a new political statute...
The new Men’s Rugby World Cup draw format explained
The Rugby World Cup 2027 Draw took place in Sydney, on 3 December, to determine the line-ups of the six pools of four.
In addition...