Cook Islands and U.S establish strategic framework for critical minerals research and supply chain security
The Cook Islands and the United States have agreed a non-binding Framework for Engagement and Cooperation to strengthen supply chains for critical minerals and...
ABG to establish Bougainville Bureau of Statistics, strengthening data-driven planning and governance
The Autonomous Bougainville Government (ABG) is progressing the establishment of a Bougainville Bureau of Statistics, a major step toward strengthening evidence-based planning, accountable governance,...
Fiji’s fragile politics, erosion of trust after 2025 and the road ahead
By Shailendra B. Singh
“You want a friend in Washington? Get a dog.” Although made in an American context, this observation by President Harry S....
2025 confirmed as one of the warmest years on Record in the Western Pacific
New climate data shows that 2025 was the fifth warmest year ever recorded in the western Pacific, continuing a long-term warming trend that is...
Fiji Government accepts High Court ruling, rules out appeal
The Fiji Government has confirmed it will not appeal a recent High Court ruling in the case against former Fiji Independent Commission Against Corruption...
Pacific unites for financial disaster defence
Addressing one of the “most formidable challenges facing Pacific Island nations”—the urgent need for institutional and financial resilience against escalating natural catastrophes—PCRIC Board Chair...
Looking south: Marshall Islands president visits Australia
By Nic Maclellan
Marshall Islands President Dr Hilda C. Heine has made a state visit to Australia, the first by a Marshallese leader in more...
Fijian Drua pledge toughness on road as Mataele eyes World Cup
A Fiji homecoming is sparking Manasa Mataele's Rugby World Cup dream as the electric winger vows to roll up his sleeves for the Drua.
The...
SPREP regrets U.S exit, warns Pacific still in Climate emergency
The Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) has expressed regret over the United States’ decision to withdraw from the regional body, while...
SPC welcomes Dr Paula Vivili as 23rd Director-General
The Pacific Community (SPC) has formally welcomed Dr Paula Vivili as its 23rd Director-General following his arrival in Noumea, New Caledonia, home to SPC...
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Solomon Islands PM Manele confirms resignation of 10 Cabinet Ministers
Solomon Islands Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele has confirmed that ten Cabinet Ministers have tendered their resignations.
In a statement issued by the Government, the Prime...
Vanuatu pushes for strong UN resolution to operationalise the ICJ climate ruling
Vanuatu is leading international efforts to secure a United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) resolution that would welcome and operationalise the landmark advisory opinion of...
Proposed FijiansFirst Party files registration application
A new political party has filed nomination with the nation’s Elections Office in Suva.
The proposed FijiansFirst Party submitted its registration application at the Fiji...