Minerals and military: Incoming U.S Ambassador spells out vision for NZ and Pacific
United States President Donald Trump's top diplomat in Aotearoa is one step closer to assuming office - more than a year after he was...
Alapati Pita Tavite sworn in as 12th Ulu o Tokelau
Alapati Pita Tavite has been sworn in as the 12th Ulu o Tokelau, beginning his second term as the territory's head of government during...
Pacific Ambassadors in Tokyo meet Troika officials ahead of Kizuna Talanoa
The Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat says Pacific Ambassadors in Tokyo met with senior officials from Forum Troika member countries ahead of the Japan–Pacific Islands...
Greenpeace International urges governments to defend international law, as evidence suggests breaches by deep sea mining contractors
As the International Seabed Authority (ISA) opens its 31st Session Monday, Greenpeace International urges member states to take firm and swift action if breaches...
Ombudsman’s referral of PNG Chief Justice Sir Gibbs ‘unprecedented’: PM Marape
Papua New Guinea Chief Justice Sir Gibbs Salika has been referred by the Ombudsman Commission to the acting Public Prosecutor, in what the Government...
Solomon Islands rejoin UN peacekeeping mission in South Sudan
The Solomon Islands Ministry of Foreign Affairs and External Trade has announced that Solomon Islands will once again contribute to United Nations peacekeeping operations...
Fisheries and Forests key to Fiji’s food security and economic growth – Minister Bainivalu
Fiji’s oceans and forests remain central to the country’s food security, rural livelihoods and economic development, Minister for Fisheries and Forestry Alitia Bainivalu told...
Jai Opetaia dominates Glanton to defend cruiserweight crown
Sāmoan boxer Jai Opetaia has continued his rise in world boxing, defending his cruiserweight title with a commanding win over American fighter Richard Glanton.
The...
Fiji PM defends democracy and economic reforms
Fiji’s Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to democracy, economic reform and national unity in his response to the Presidential address...
French ships visit Hobart amid regional tensions
As France announced it would increase its nuclear arsenal in a major development of its defence policy, its navy docked in Australia, sending a...
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Wong backs Pacific-led regional security talks, says Forum will shape region’s future
Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong has backed discussions on a Pacific-wide security framework, saying regional security should be driven by Pacific nations as Forum...
Pacific ministers to debate China missile statemen as diplomats meet in Fiji
Pacific Island foreign ministers are expected to debate on Friday whether to issue a joint statement on China’s July missile launch, with New Zealand...
Nuclear justice, climate resilience top Marshall Islands president’s parliamentary agenda
Marshall Islands President Hilda Heine called for stronger national security, climate adaptation and public-sector reform as parliament resumed, warning that geopolitical tensions, extreme weather...