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Wong backs Pacific-led regional security talks, says Forum will shape region’s future

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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

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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

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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...

Australian Foreign Minister Wong says Ocean of Peace Alliance builds on Pacific Leaders’ vision...

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Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong says the Australia-Fiji Ocean of Peace Alliance is built on Pacific leaders’ vision for a peaceful and secure region,...

All Pacific Islands Forum Members now linked to global undersea cable network

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Every Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) member is now connected to the global undersea telecommunications cable network for the first time, marking a major milestone...
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End war on nature and ensure ocean health, UN chief says in message for...

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Ending the “war on nature” must be part of global recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, UN Secretary-General António Guterres said on Tuesday in his...

Aimeliik Legislature calls for investigation of AIMSPLA Chairman Sriderio Rengulbai for alleged misconduct in...

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By Leilani Reklai The 12th Aimeliik State Legislature passed a resolution requesting Aimeliik Governor Browny Simer to investigate allegations of misconduct in office made...

Solomons PM due in Australia amid China tension

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Solomon Islands Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will host his Solomon Islands counterpart Manasseh Sogavare against a backdrop of accusations China has influenced the Pacific...

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PINA Board, Fiji Information Ministry discuss media collaboration, Pacific Media summit preparations

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Discussions on strengthening regional media collaboration and preparations for the upcoming Pacific Media Summit took centre stage Tuesday during a courtesy visit by the...

Outcome of discussion: PINA collaboration with USP Journalism Programme

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The Pacific Islands News Association (PINA) Board held a productive discussion with the Head of the Journalism Programme at the University of the South...

International concern over Tonga’s debate on death penalty for drug offences

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Several international human rights organisations have expressed grave concern over recent discussions in Tonga's Parliament suggesting the extension of the death penalty to drug-related...

Media policy in vetting process: PNG Information Minister

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Papua New Guinea’s National Media Development Policy is going through the Social, Law and Order Sector Heads vetting and clearance process before it is...

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First Nations & Pasifika XV and Tonga to Make History in Inaugural Kaume’a Ofi...

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A new milestone in the growing partnership between Tonga Rugby Union, Rugby Australia and the Australian Government will be marked this September, with the...

Fijiana’s physicality looming as key test for Springboks

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South Africa Women co-coach Laurian Johannes-Haupt expects the Vodafone Fijiana XV to provide a stern challenge when the two sides meet in the opening...

Indigenous Pacific Cup legacy paves path to All Stars and more

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A tour to Tonga for a group of proud Indigenous young men has proven a key link in the inspiration chain for Indigenous All...

Lakapi Sāmoa must look beyond rugby politics and build for the future – Ken...

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The growing number of overseas-based players wanting to represent Manu Sāmoa has given the country a rare opportunity. But this is only if rugby leaders...

Willie Walker is Fijiana XV head coach

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Willie Walker has been appointed as the new head coach of the Vodafone Fijiana 15s, ushering in a new era for Fiji's national women's...

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WHO Pacific chief pushes global action on oral health crisis

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World Health Organisation (WHO) Western Pacific regional director Dr Saia Ma'u Piukala has called for stronger global investment and political commitment to tackle oral...

WHO struggling to meet health-related goals in Western Pacific

Ten additional countries in the Western Pacific region pledge to invest...

WHO welcomes health ministers to Manila to consider a new vision...

World Bank President urges Fiji to fix health system gaps: Prioritise...

Voices

Mana Moana – Pacific Voices

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Created as part of the Islands Speak series of gifted Pacific poets joined by indigenous artists to create a visual, moving, digitally enhanced offering...

Traditional Samoan medicinal plant may be as good as ibuprofen for treating inflammation, study...

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A Samoan medicinal plant may be as effective as ibuprofen for treating inflammation, according to a new study that combines traditional community knowledge with...

COP26: Commit to Action, Not Words

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By Sivendra Michael As leaders prepare for the 26th Climate Change Conference in Glasgow next week, tensions mount up on the inadequate representation of Pacific...

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Crucial conversations on Climate, Health and Education on the margins of...

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Health is a powerful and compelling argument for climate action. We need to build coherence and foster collaboration across partners and donors alike to...

USP welcomes Professor Ahluwalia, Fiji PM acknowledges the power of one...

15 Pacific Island countries join hands to improve inclusive education

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