ADB reforms to better response to member needs
By Makereta Komai, PACNEWS Editor in Samarkand, Uzbekistan
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is undertaking sweeping internal reforms aimed at improving how it responds to...
“Australia is a reliable partner” – Foreign Minister Wong pledges support to Pacific amid fuel crisis
Foreign Minister Penny Wong says Australia will stand with the Pacific through the fuel crisis, warning the disruption to global energy supply is hitting...
Solomon Islands PM Manele calls parliament for Thursday to face no confidence motion
The Solomon Islands parliament will convene on Thursday, 07 May, to consider a motion of no confidence in Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele.
Parliament House has...
Pacific Island Parties Confirm Distribution of the second US$60 Million (2025 Payment) and U.S Fishing Industry First Payment for 2026
The Eighteenth Special Meeting of the Pacific Island Parties (SPIP18) convened in Wellington on Monday 4th May, marking the start of pre-official’s discussions ahead...
‘Do we really matter?’ Pakilau warns of rugby ‘death spiral’ as Moana Pasifika exit looms
The confirmation that Moana Pasifika will exit Super Rugby Pacific after the 2026 season has sparked a fierce debate over how the sport values...
ADB Insight: A Conversation with President Kanda
Hear from ADB President Masato Kanda on the issues shaping development in Asia and the Pacific, and what’s next for ADB’s work.
https://youtu.be/PaFdJ09Ko8U?si=pRcggiCyhjcNaP-N
Pacific tells Asian Development Bank: step up as climate bank for the region
By Makereta Komai in Samarkand, Uzbekistan
Pacific Island countries have called on the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to significantly scale up climate financing, warning that...
Cook Islands pushes for inclusion in ADB critical minerals agenda
By Makereta Komai in Samarkand, Uzbekistan
The Cook Islands is seeking greater inclusion in emerging regional initiatives on critical minerals, with Prime Minister Mark Brown...
Pacific warns of fuel crisis risk, urges expanded ADB support at annual meeting
By Makereta Komai, PACNEWS Editor in Samarkand, Uzbekistan
Pacific Developing Member Countries (PMDCs) have warned that limited fuel storage across the region is leaving...
Australia praised ADB’s leadership & swift response to members impacted by the Middle East crisis
By Makereta Komai, PACNEWS Editor in Samarkand, Uzbekistan
Australia has praised the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for its strong leadership and swift response to member...
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The United States Coast Guard plans to increase its Pacific Islands presence to deter illegal activity, saying it welcomes collaboration with China including in...
Niue budget under scrutiny as deficit grows and community spending left out
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