UN must adapt to Blue Pacific, not the other way around – leaders
Pacific leaders took the 2050 Strategy to the UN, calling for climate justice, fair finance, and security defined by peace and solidarity.
By Renate...
World Rugby Executive Board agrees new player load guidelines
World Rugby’s Executive Board has agreed new player load guidelines to cover the elite men’s and women’s game around the world.
The new guidelines have...
Palau President calls for Climate Justice, Ocean Protection and UN reform at 80th UNGA
Palau President Surangel Whipps Jr has told the United Nations General Assembly(UNGA) that small island states are “at war” with climate change, warning that...
Palau President Whipps warns against war, Calls out China on Taiwan
Palau President Surangel S. Whipps, Jr told the United Nations General Assembly last week that peace, justice, and inclusivity must guide the international community,...
PM Manele announces Solomon Islands’ bid for Security Council seat, demands nuclear-free Pacific
Solomon Islands Prime Minister and Forum Chair Jeremiah Manele has told world leaders at the 80th United Nations General Assembly(UNGA80) last week that the...
People centre of ocean conference
By Sera Tikotikovatu- Sefeti
The second Pacific Islands Ocean Conference (PIOC) opened on Monday in Honiara, drawing traditional knowledge holders, scientists, and ocean professionals from...
Anti-Abortion Church in Fiji to establish support systems for single mothers and widows
By Jean Marc ‘Ake, USP Student Intern
A Fijian church has made their anti abortion stance loud and clear after holding a demonstration last Friday...
Commonwealth Youth Awards introduces a new category honouring young champions of media freedom
Young communications professionals are being encouraged to apply for a special new award within the 2026 Commonwealth Youth Awards.
The inaugural Patsy Robertson Award for...
Solomon Islands pushes UN to back Pacific-led peace and resilience agenda
Solomon Islands Prime Minister and Forum Chair Jeremiah Manele has told the United Nations General Assembly(UNGA) last week that the world is entering “a...
Pacific to IMO: Fast-track the Net-Zero fund or fail
Pacific leaders are calling for the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) to fast-track setting up its Net-Zero Fund (NZF), warning that without urgent action the...
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UNICEF Pacific Ambassador calls for action against deep-sea mining
Former Miss Samoa, Miss Pacific Islands and UNICEF Pacific Ambassador Moemoana Schwenke has called on Pacific Islanders to oppose deep-sea mining, warning that it...
‘Sign up to NZ’: Winston Peters defends citizens-only voting proposal amid Pacific concerns
Who should have the right to vote in New Zealand is shaping up as a key election issue.
New Zealand First (NZ First) is defending...
Pacific Islanders seek participation in precision medicine studies
Indigenous health experts in the Pacific Island region are seeking active participation in medical research, particularly in the field of precision medicine, an emerging...