U.S might not cut pledged Pacific aid, NZ foreign minister says
The Trump administration might let hundreds of millions of dollars in aid pledged to Pacific island nations during former President Joe Biden’s time in...
PIF urges leaders to prioritise regional interests
With China increasing its influence, the Pacific Islands Forum is warning smaller nations to safeguard their sovereignty in new partnerships.
PIF Secretary-General Baron Waqa emphasises...
Chief cannot be named now, says COMPOL as Fiji PM lauds “interception” of weapons
Fiji Commissioner of Police Rusiate Tudravu said they cannot reveal the name of the high chief who is allegedly involved in the importation of...
Vanuatu defends passport scheme in face of travel ban reports
The Vanuatu government is yet to receive any formal communication from the Trump administration about the country’s reported inclusion in a sweeping travel ban...
Forum SG applauds Pacific Political Climate Champions as they review COP 29 Outcomes
Forum Secretary General Baron Waqa inspired Pacific leaders during the debrief of Political Climate Champions in Nadi Tuesday, stressing the critical need for strong...
Kiribati reduces poverty by up to 70 percent, targets tech-facilitated violence, climate resilience CSW69
Targeted support for elderly, the unemployed, and those with disabilities have helped bring down poverty levels in Kiribati by up to 70 percent, Kiribati...
Samoa takes bold step towards global ocean governance with BBNJ Agreement workshop
Pacific Ocean Commissioner Dr Filimon Manoni has praised Samoa’s continued leadership in advancing the conservation and sustainable use of marine biodiversity during the opening...
Rising seas force relocation in Solomon Islands
Sea level rise and other climate impacts—compounded by insecure land tenure, limited access to land, and inadequate government support—are undermining the rights of the...
No decisions expected on U.S aid changes for Pacific until April
New Zealand Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters says the United States will not make any decisions on aid funding for the Pacific region until...
PM Marape ready to table 2019 Bougainville referendum results in PNG Parliament
--Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape has reaffirmed his commitment to tabling the 2019 post-referendum results in Parliament, allowing for a final decision...
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ADB procurement reform lifts competition and quality in Pacific infrastructure projects
By Makereta Komai, PACNEWS Editor in Samarkand, Uzbekistan
A new procurement approach introduced by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) is increasing competition, widening bidder participation,...
Fiji and Australia deepen Pacific partnership with Vuvale Union, tackle fuel crisis and security...
Fiji and Australia have reaffirmed their deepening partnership, announcing progress toward a landmark “Vuvale Union” while pledging closer cooperation on security, climate action and...
ADB outlines new Pacific resilience push to counter rising external shocks
By Makereta Komai, PACNEWS Editor in Samarkand, Uzbekistan
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) says its new Pacific Approach of 2026-2030 will focus heavily on building...