Palau’s President relieved by security pact funding approval
Critical funds to counter China in the Pacific are finally on their way to three U.S allies: Palau, Micronesia and the Marshall Islands.
On Friday,...
Empowering Pacific Youth: Amplifying Climate Action through Social Media Advocacy
In a concerted effort to address climate change and amplify awareness on Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), the Regional Hub for the Pacific is proud...
Set pieces are getting better, Fijian Drua prepare for Chiefs backlash
The Fijian Drua are adamant they can improve their set pieces for the remainder of the Super Rugby Pacific season.
Coach Mick Byrne said he...
Penina pioneers prove ‘Pacific women are worth investing in’
Just three matches into their existence, Penina Pasifika is fast becoming one of rugby’s great success stories.
Supported by the Australian Government’s PacificAus Sports programme,...
Samoa hosts key technical workshop ahead of SIDS4 Conference
A three-day technical workshop is underway in Apia, Samoa from 11 - 13 March in preparation for the Fourth International Conference on Small Islands...
Some progress, more to be done for Pacific women, Forum tells CSW68
Climate disasters and gender violence are amongst the biggest threats causing poverty in the Pacific, and worsening gender inequality, says the Pacific Islands Forum.
In...
UN chief calls for global action to defend women’s rights amid disturbing trends
The UN Secretary-General on Monday highlighted the urgent need to defend women's rights which are under threat, citing a reversal in hard-won progress, increasing...
Bird says he is not desperate to become PNG prime minister
East Sepik Governor and alternative Prime Minister Allan Bird says he is not desperate to become Papua New Guinea prime minister.
“But someone needs to...
Renewal of close U.S ties good for regional security, Micronesian leaders say
The renewal of close U.S ties with Micronesia, Palau and the Marshall Islands will contribute to greater regional security, island leaders said after President...
415 new cases of HIV AIDS reported for 2023 : Fiji Health Minister Dr Lalabalavu
Fiji's Ministry of Health has recorded 415 new cases of HIV Aids, from January to December, for the year 2023.
This is compared to 245...
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Pacific Leaders’ 2050 Plan gains ground but gaps remain, Forum report shows
Pacific Islands Forum members are making progress on a long-term regional plan, but challenges remain in turning commitments into results, according to a new...
Lopsided deal: Legal analysis raises concerns over Tonga’s deep-sea mining agreement
When Pacific leaders gather to discuss the future of deep-sea mining, the conversation often centres on economic opportunity. For Tonga, that promise has come...
China-U.S competition for rare earths sparks plan to mine Pacific seabed near Guam
A U.S plan to potentially mine an area of Pacific seabed roughly the size of Nevada near two U.S territories is the latest example...