PINA VACANCY | Business Development Consultant
Role Purpose
The Pacific Islands News Association (PINA) is seeking an experienced Business Development Consultant to help shape the organisation’s future commercial direction. The...
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...
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Green Climate Fund cuts climate funding approval time to nine months: Duarte
By Pita Ligaiula in Koror, Palau
Pacific Island countries could gain faster access to Green Climate Fund (GCF) financing under reforms that have cut...
Moetai Brotherson and the Ocean of Peace
By Nic Maclellan in Koror, Palau
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Vanuatu takes Matthew and Hunter dispute to ICJ
By Nic Maclellan in Koror, Palau
Vanuatu has lodged an application to the world’s highest court, the International Court of Justice, seeking recognition of its...