COP16 confronts “huge” challenge of protecting 30 percent of world’s land and sea
The global target to protect at least 30 percent of the world’s land and water ecosystems by 2030 faces “huge” challenges, a top facilitator...
Adelaide launches bid to host Cop31 climate conference in 2026
South Australia has launched a bid to host a major UN climate conference in 2026 in Adelaide, with the premier, Peter Malinauskas, declaring it...
WHO says Western Pacific to miss UN goal to cut early deaths from lifestyle diseases
Western Pacific nations are unlikely to meet the United Nations target of reducing premature deaths from lifestyle-related diseases including cancer and diabetes, due to...
The Pacific Islands News Association at 50: part I
A perspective on the history and future of the Pacific Islands News Association from incoming President Kalafi Moala.
The common feeling among participants at the...
Climate-hit Pacific Islands plot landmark UN Court case
Five Pacific nations on Thursday plotted how to prosecute a pivotal UN court case that aims to hold climate-polluting countries to account and safeguard...
Fiji’s deputy PM Kamikamica tells ruling party dissenters to resign
Fiji’s deputy Prime Minister Manoa Kamikamica has issued a blunt warning to those within the ruling party People's Alliance (PAP) contemplating a split, urging...
Concerned Samoa villagers ask NZ, “Are you a friend?”
New Zealand's friendship with Samoa was questioned by Samoa villagers from the districts of Safata and Siumu as they spoke up about damage to...
$25m regional terminal in Samoa now in operation
The Samoa government-funded $25 million (US$9.12 million) regional terminal at the Faleolo International Airport was officially opened on Thursday carrying with it hopes of...
Despite health gains, urgent action needed to meet health-related Sustainable Development Goals in the Western Pacific region
According to a new report released today, countries in the World Health Organisation (WHO) Western Pacific region experienced the smallest decline in life expectancy...
Pools confirmed for Women’s Rugby World Cup England 2025
The four pools for Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 in England have been confirmed, setting the stage for the thrilling matchups in what promises...
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MSG adopts roadmap to support FLNKS, seeks new pathway for Kanaky-New Caledonia
Melanesian Spearhead Group (MSG) Leaders have approved a new roadmap to support the Front de Libération Nationale Kanak et Socialiste (FLNKS) and called for...
Cook Islands PM Mark Brown targets cost of living, housing in first 100 days
Cost of living and housing are among the major items on the agenda for the incoming Cook Islands Party-led government in their first 100...
MSG leaders move to amplify Melanesian voice across Pacific
Melanesian Spearhead Group (MSG) Leaders have agreed to strengthen the bloc’s collective voice in regional and international decision-making while expanding Melanesian models of cooperation...