It’s not gender or climate — it’s both or it’s neither
By Erin Anderson
Climate change and gender inequality are two of the biggest challenges we face today. Yet they are too often treated as separate...
Forum SG Waqa marks six years of Teieniwa vision, reaffirms anti-corruption pledge
Pacific Islands Forum Secretary General, Baron Divavesi Waqa has reaffirmed the region’s commitment to integrity and accountability at the 6th Teieniwa Vision Anniversary Celebration...
Former Fijian PM, police chief in custody on treason claims
Former Fijian military strongman is in custody, facing charges of inciting troops to overthrow a newly elected government in 2022.
Also in custody is former...
U.S funding cuts threaten to ‘dry up’ future of Pacific scientists – expert
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PM Marape reveals PNG Chiefs incentive, No tax for players, officials
Salaries and monetary benefits enjoyed by PNG Chiefs team officials and players will be tax-free, says Prime Minister James Marape.
“The best players on the...
Vanuatu’s Climate envoy urges nations to stand firm after U.S push to drop UN motion
Vanuatu's Climate envoy Ralph Regenvanu is urging countries to stay engaged, after the United States pushed for Vanuatu to withdraw a UN motion supporting...
France seizes 2.4 tonnes of cocaine in Pacific as drug seizures hit record highs
French officials announced Tuesday that 100 bales of cocaine were seized last Thursday during a joint operation with the United States.
According to the High...
Official documents reveal friction between NZ and Cook Islands over Russian vessels
Cook Islands continued to register sanctioned vessels tied to Russia's "shadow fleet" months after New Zealand government began raising concerns, official information reveals.
Memos, emails...
Palau seeks to host Pre-COP Climate meeting to amplify Pacific Voice
Palau is seeking to host a key preparatory meeting ahead of the next United Nations climate conference, with President Surangel Whipps Jr rallying support...
CEDAW committee warns UN cash crisis threatens women’s rights
The Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) has warned that a deepening United Nations financial and liquidity crisis is undermining global...
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