Economist slams EU blacklisting of Vanuatu as discriminatory and unfair
Caribbean economist and regional economic policy advisor Marla Dukharan has criticised the European Union’s (EU) decision to blacklist Vanuatu over tax governance and financial...
Pacific Conference of Churches mourns the passing of Pope Francis
The Pacific Conference of Churches (PCC) has joined the global Christian community in mourning the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis, who died on...
Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff who ministered with a charming, humble style, dies at 88
Pope Francis, history’s first Latin American pontiff who charmed the world with his humble style and concern for the poor but alienated conservatives with...
North Pacific joins in paying tributes to Pope Francis, who has died at 88
The Northern Marianas has joined the Catholic world in mourning the passing of Pope Francis.
The pope has died at Casa Santa Marta, a guesthouse...
Sevens, Super Rugby Women breakout stars named in first Wallaroos squad against Fijiana
Wallaroos coachJo Yapp has included a host of fresh faces as part of a 40-player squad ahead of their first Test of 2025 against...
Fijian Drua halfback Matawalu under probe for alleged domestic assault, Iosefa Masi fronts court
Fijian Drua and Flying Fijian halfback Peni Matawalu is under police investigation following allegations of domestic violence last month.
Police confirmed that an assault complaint...
Status quo will not be acceptable – Cooks PM says regional review must deliver for Pacific
A high-level group selected and endorsed to carry out next steps for the review of the regional architecture must deliver on Leader priorities for...
‘There is no Planet B’: Vanuatu PM Napat
Vanuatu’s Prime Minister, Jotham Napat, has delivered a blunt message over climate change: “There is no Planet B. It’s about our survival.”
During a joint...
Solomon Islands ready to host landmark regional gathering
Solomon Islands prepares to host 54th Pacific Islands Forum, uniting leaders for regional dialogue and solidarity.
Preparations are well underway for the 54th Pacific Islands...
Tuvalu marks ‘momentous occasion’ with unveiling of its first ATMs
Tuvalu, one of the world’s most remote nations, has unveiled its first ever ATMs, at the headquarters of the National Bank of Tuvalu in...
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UN Climate Chief says fossil fuel crisis driving global instability
UN Climate Change Executive Secretary Simon Stiell has warned that rising fossil fuel costs and global instability are putting pressure on economies, calling for...
Tiny Pacific nations face tough choices on food, fuel posed by Iran war
Far-flung Pacific nations are reeling from the impact of a global fuel crisis as authorities scramble to manage energy supplies while families must grapple...
Second PNG Media Summit elevated to regional event
The Media Council of Papua New Guinea (MCPNG) is proud to announce that the 2nd PNG Media Summit 2026 has been elevated to a...