26th Micronesian Islands Forum 2024 concludes with signing of joint communiqué and letter to Biden
Following two days of discussions on emerging issues and proposed action, regional leaders from Guam, the Federated States of Micronesia(FSM), the Republic of Palau,...
PM stresses merit-based NRL bid for PNG
Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape has emphasised that PNG’s bid for a team in the Australian National Rugby League (NRL) must be...
Super Rugby Pacific: Semi-Final Fixtures confirmed
The 2024 Super Rugby Pacific Semi-Final fixtures have been confirmed, with the Hurricanes and Blues earning precious home ground advantage next weekend.
With a spot...
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...
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Tuvalu energy stable but risks remain as Minister Kofe outlines backup plan after emergency
Tuvalu’s power system is holding steady but backup measures are being rushed in, with a rental generator due next month and new equipment on...
How climate change threatens the economic backbone of the Pacific
The vast Pacific Ocean and the islands dotted within it produce more than half of the world's tuna.
Among the islands are 33 scattered across...
South Pacific islanders strive to rescue their home from toxic legacy
More than 80 years after World War Two, the Solomon Islands remain one of the most heavily mine-contaminated places in the Pacific.
Today, the UN...