Commonwealth citizens to benefit from stronger legal protections agreed by law ministers
Commonwealth law ministers concluded their meeting in Fiji Wednesday by committing to new measures aimed at strengthening legal protections for people amid growing democratic,...
New OACPS Bureau meets in Brussels ahead of 2026 Summit
The new Bureau of the OACPS Committee of Ambassadors for the February to July 2026 term has held its first meeting at OACPS headquarters...
Sustainable fisheries can’t be built on exploited labour
By Alfred "Bubba" Cook
The connection between human welfare and ocean conservation is direct and unavoidable, a new op-ed argues, because lawlessness toward people often...
Pacific Islands must act now on Fiji’s HIV lessons
Fiji now has the world’s fastest-growing HIV epidemic. Public education campaigns could stop it spreading across the region.
By Connor Graham
Fiji recorded 1,583 new HIV...
‘Keep the eyeballs on the game’: All Blacks legend backs Super Rugby shake-up
As Moana Pasifika get set to meet the Fijian Drua in the opening weekend of Super Rugby 2026, former All Black Mils Muliaina believes...
Commonwealth Law Ministers back Nadi declaration on democracy and good governance
The Commonwealth Law Ministers Meeting in Nadi has adopted the Nadi Declaration on Democratic Resilience and Participation.
This was revealed during the Commonwealth Law Ministers...
Fiji assures Commonwealth on democratic stability
The Fiji government has reaffirmed its commitment to upholding the rule of law and ensuring that democracy remains central to its leadership.
Minister for Justice...
Pacific transit of narcotics raises alarm after a massive shipment is seized
More than four tonnes of cocaine – worth as much as one and a half billion dollars on our streets – was destined for...
American Bar Association backing Pacific territories’ fight against deep-sea mining
The American Bar Association threw its weight behind Pacific Island opposition to deep-sea mining Monday, passing a resolution that brings more than 400,000 lawyers...
EU backs PNG trade reforms, flags customs, tax and investment concerns at WTO review
The European Union has welcomed Papua New Guinea’s trade reform efforts while urging further action on customs procedures, fiscal transparency and digital trade systems...
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Fijiana XVs prepare for Wallaroos showdown as Pacific rivalry returns
Fiji’s Fijiana are preparing for a major Pacific rugby clash as they get ready to face the Wallaroos in Canberra this week.
Friday's Test match...