PINA Statement to commemorate World Press Freedom Day 2022
On 03 May every year, media workers here in the Pacific and across the globe come together to reflect on issues of press freedom...
Palau Media Council World Press Freedom Day 2022 Statement
On 03 May, the Palau Media Council celebrates journalists' critical role worldwide.
The World Press Freedom Day is an opportunity for smaller newsrooms like what...
Iroga to lead Pacific article 19 watchdog- PFF Statement for World Press Freedom Day 2022
On the occasion of World Press Freedom Day, the Pacific Freedom Forum (PFF) is pleased to announce its new Chair, Robert Iroga of the...
Two-week arms ultimatum: PNG Police Commissioner
Anyone caught with an illegal unlicensed firearm in Papua New Guinea, faces life in prison.
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Marshalls launches big child health intervention
A high-rate of malnutrition and growth stunting among Marshall Islands children has been a concern for many years.
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Free press essential to democracy says Pacific media watchdog
The Pacific Freedom Forum says World Press Freedom Day is a significant milestone for Pacific region media.
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Former Tonga PM dumped from parliament for election bribery
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United States to invite Pacific leaders to White House, ramp up diplomatic ties
U.S President Joe Biden's administration plans to step up diplomatic engagement with Pacific Island countries, Indo-Pacific coordinator Kurt Campbell said on Monday, including inviting...
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Samoa’s international borders to open in August
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