NZ votes for Middle East resolution at UN
New Zealand has voted for a United Nations resolution on Israel’s presence in occupied Palestinian Territory with some caveats, Foreign Minister Winston Peters says.
“New...
Niue champions community of practise to strengthen Pacific countries’ access to climate finance
Niue is taking the lead to build a community of practice for National Designated Authorities (NDAs) from Pacific countries to share, learn from each...
Thousands of migrant workers in Australia ‘trapped in slavery’
Migrant women escaping exploitative work conditions are delivering babies prematurely then being slugged with hefty medical bills, while male counterparts are sleeping in tents...
Pacific charm offensive as China muscles on policing
Pacific policing and Australia’s bid to host a major climate conference are top of mind as senior Australian ministers undertake a charm offensive in...
South Pacific nations back PNG NRL bid, Australian PM gives update
South Pacific nations are backing the Papua New Guinea NRL bid as they eye their own aspirations to compete in elite sporting competitions in...
NRL expansion: Papua New Guinea to become 19th team with historic in-principle agreement
Papua New Guinea is set to make history by entering the NRL competition in a $600 million (US$405 million) expansion coup for rugby league.
This...
It’s a sad day for rugby, says Fiji PM
Fiji's Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has raised concerns about persistent maladministration within the Fiji Rugby Union following recent tensions involving former Flying Fijians captain...
John Tafi secures first gold
An incredible lift by young John Tafi in the 73kg weight category secured Samoa’s first gold at the Commonwealth Weightlifting Championships 2024 in Suva...
Pacific Meteorological Council returns to its place of origin
The Pacific Meteorological Council (PMC) Meeting has made a return to its place of origin in Port Vila, Vanuatu for its Seventh Meeting in...
Vanuatu leads the charge to make ecocide an International Crime
Vanuatu has taken a bold step in the fight for environmental justice by renewing its push for the recognition of ecocide as an independent...
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PSIDS need real finance for just transition: Tuvalu Minister for Climate Change Dr...
Pacific Small Island Developing States (PSIDS) need real finance when transitioning away from fossil fuels.
Tuvalu's Minister for Climate Change, Dr Maina Talia, said this...
Tongan King Tupou VI pays final respects to Ratu Epeli Nailatikau
In a moment of quiet reverence at the State House this morning, His Majesty King Tupou VI paid his respects to the late former...
Solomon Islands on the edge, again
A court has ordered parliament to convene with a no-confidence motion in the air. The PM is appealing. Here’s what happens next.
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