Two-way battle: No clear majority as Cook Islands prepares to head to the polls
An exclusive poll reveals a tight election with no clear winner, as the surging Cook Islands United Party (CIUP) challenges the governing Cook Islands...
Pacific stands together to strengthen global voice
Standing together to present the Pacific’s interests to the world was the key takeaway for Fiji’s Minister for Foreign Affairs and External Trade Sakiasi...
Philippines proposes ministerial-level ASEAN-PIF dialogue
The Philippines is pushing for stronger co-operation between the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF), including a proposed...
Palau draws on Vanuatu’s experience to advance climate finance priorities
Palau is drawing on Vanuatu’s experience to improve how climate projects are selected, financed and managed as the country begins moving its national priorities...
Diego Mesa Puyo selected as next Global Environment Facility CEO and Chairperson
The Global Environment Facility (GEF) Council has announced the selection of Diego Mesa Puyo as the family of funds' next CEO and Chairperson.
Mesa Puyo,...
PNG Chiefs sign international star Brian To’o
The PNG Chiefs have secured one of rugby league’s most respected Pacific stars, with Samoan international Brian To’o joining the club as Chiefs Player...
Australia maintains $5.2b Aid Programme as Pacific takes priority
Australia will invest $5.2 billion (US$2.67 billion) in official development assistance in 2026-27, with more than three-quarters directed to the Pacific and Southeast Asia...
Missile test crosses multiple Pacific EEZs
The Pacific Islands Forum says China’s ballistic missile test has raised regional concerns after the missile travelled over the exclusive economic zones of several...
Two by-elections to be held after Tonga MPs lose seats
Tonga's Electoral Commission is preparing for by-elections in Tongatapu 2 and Niua 17 after the seats were left vacant following court rulings against their...
Solomon Islands begins review of security agreement with China
Solomon Islands Prime Minister Matthew Wale says there will be “no more secrecy” over agreements that bind the nation, as the government begins a...
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Cocaine trafficking surge in Pacific region fuels China policing fears, Australia a ‘cash cow’...
A surge in drug trafficking through the Pacific by transnational criminal syndicates has triggered fears China may exploit the crisis to expand its regional...
CROP and UN Leaders strengthen Pacific coordination
Heads of the Council of Regional Organisations in the Pacific (CROP) and the United Nations Pacific Country Team (UNCT) met in Suva for their...
Papua New Guinea to host Tuna Economy Dialogue
Papua New Guinea Minister for Foreign Affairs Justin Tkatchenko has announced that PNG will host the Pacific-led Tuna Economy Dialogue from 13-16 October 2026...