Pacific Islanders combat mercury poisoning of the environment
It is an invisible contaminant that has been found in fisheries, an essential part of the food chain for many Pacific Islanders.
Mercury, emitted from...
Push for leaders to see climate as gender issue
Pacific women and girls bearing the brunt of the climate crisis are demanding governments listen to their lived experiences when making global commitments at...
Sinlaku claims 12 lives in region, deadliest in decades: report
Super Typhoon Sinlaku claimed 12 lives between Guam, Chuuk, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, making it one of the deadliest for...
I have been assessed, cleared of any wrongdoing : New Solomon Islands Police Commissioner
Newly appointed Solomon Islands Commissioner of Police Ian Vaevaso says his appointment follows a thorough process that found him cleared of any wrongdoing and...
PNG approves Starlink licence in major digital access boost
The National Information and Communications Technology Authority (NICTA) has approved operator licences for Starlink to roll out services in Papua New Guinea, marking a...
Neither a Christian State nor a Secular One: What Fiji’s Constitution actually needs
The debate about our new constitution is missing the most important question.
By Filipo Tarakinikini Permanent Representative of Fiji to the United Nations
The debate about...
Tongan rugby is at a crossroads as pathway ‘massive gap’ laid bare
Tonga produces some of the toughest and most gifted rugby players in the world but right now, there is no clear path to take...
Jarome Luai reveals reason he became PNG Chief No.1
Jarome Luai has declared he wants to "grow a nation" after becoming the first player to say yes to the tax-free salaries on offer...
State of emergency possible amid crackdown: Fiji PM
Fiji Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has hinted on a possible national state of emergency amid escalated joint operations between the military and Police to...
Pre-COP31 to put Pacific reality front and centre: Fiji Climate Change Minister
Fiji’s Minister for Environment and Climate Change Lynda Tabuya has told Parliament that pre-COP31 will showcase Pacific leadership and realities to the world, as...
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AI Can Help Build a Smarter Public Sector Across Asia and the Pacific
By Saad Parachas
As the region lays out its digital highways, governments must learn in real time. Artificial intelligence tools can help public servants deliver...
Seruvakula names Flying Fijians 50-member extended squad for Nations Championship
Flying Fijians Acting head coach Senirusi Seruvakula has named a formidable 50-member extended squad ahead of the upcoming Nations Championship in July, with the...
“No Need for State of Emergency” – Fiji Government says situation under control
Fiji’s Government says there is no need to declare a State of Emergency, assuring the public that national security conditions remain stable following a...