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...
Winston Peters vows to change ‘disgraceful’ NZ visa rule, but the coalition’s not sure
NZ First leader Winston Peters is promising to make it easier for people to visit New Zealand from the Pacific, but his coalition partner...
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UN appoints Jean Arnault as envoy, warns Middle East conflict ‘out of control’
The UN Secretary-General, António Guterres, has named veteran French diplomat Jean Arnault as his personal envoy to lead UN efforts on the Middle East...
Pacific secures Climate finance boost as Green Climate Fund office confirmed for Suva
Fiji and the wider Pacific have secured a major breakthrough after the Green Climate Fund (GCF) endorsed the establishment of its Pacific Office in...
Cook Islands down to just 20 days of fuel stock as local suppliers warn...
Fuel stocks in the Cook Islands have dropped to just 20 days - less than half of full capacity - and while suppliers are...