World Ocean Day Message Pacific Ocean Commissioner, Dr Filimon Manoni- 08 June 2024
Today, we join the rest of our Blue Planet in celebrating the vitality of our ocean on World Ocean Day. Since its inception in...
ICJ extends deadline for written comments on climate obligations
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has extended the deadline for states and organisations to submit written comments on climate obligations and responsibilities under...
Fiji PM very supportive of New Zealand’s Aukus consideration
Fijian Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka is very supportive of New Zealand considering joining the Aukus security pact, saying his nation would likely benefit from...
Global report reveals half of World’s mangroves at risk, Local efforts in Fiji offer hope for Conservation
In a quiet corner of the world, where the land meets the sea in a delicate embrace, a battle is being fought to save...
Australia, China seek bigger ties with Solomon Islands
Australia's Foreign Minister Penny Wong said Canberra wanted deeper ties with its Pacific neighbour Solomon Islands and a region where decisions are made “without...
Micronesian islands are losing workers, residents to mass migration
Stories of residents leaving their home island and labour shortages are common across Micronesia, island leaders said during a summit in Guam this week.
Regional...
Micronesian travel is ‘among the most expensive in the world’
Travel to, from and within Micronesia is “among the most expensive in the world,” according to island leaders gathered this week on Guam and...
NZ PM Luxon lauds Fiji’s anti-drug achievements, Enhanced cooperation to combat drug trafficking
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon visited the Fiji Police Detector Dog Unit Thursday, emphasising New Zealand’s commitment to assisting Fiji and the region...
Deep Down Under: How deep sea mining threatens Australia and the Pacific
By Kimberley Bernard
At the bottom of the globe sit the island nations of Australia and the 15 Pacific Island countries – internationally recognised and...
Byrne announces Flying Fijian squad for upcoming tests
New Flying Fijians coach Mick Byrne has announced his 33-member squad for the upcoming June/July Test.
Byrne, who recently took the helm as the national...
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Vanuatu seeks faster access to climate funds as needs outpace delivery
Climate funding commitments grow but remain difficult to unlock at the pace Pacific island communities need, according to regional officials and development partners.
Despite more...
Bougainville MP challenges PNG lawmakers to ‘have some guts’ on independence vote
A prominent Bougainvillean MP believes Papua New Guinea's parliament will back the autonomous region's drive for independence.
Francesca Semoso, one of four Bougainvillean MPs in...
Amnesty International demands answers over Vakarisi death in military custody
Amnesty International has raised serious concerns over the death of Jone Vakarisi in military custody, saying official accounts have been inconsistent and calling for...