‘Ecocide’ did not kill remote Pacific islanders, DNA analysis finds
The Pacific islanders who carved the haunting stone statues of Rapa Nui appear to have avoided “ecological suicide”, according to genomics research that adds...
Flying Fijians coach Byrne impressed with team’s fitness
Flying Fijians coach Mick Byrne has expressed confidence in his squad’s defensive capabilities as they prepare to face the USA in the Pacific Nations...
Asahi Super Dry Pacific Nations Cup 2024: Semi-Final preview
After three compelling rounds of pool action played in six different countries, the concluding two weekends of the Asahi Super Dry Pacific Nations Cup...
U.S-Pacific Partnership Act clears House
The U.S House of representatives passed a measure aimed at increasing U.S engagement with Pacific partners on Monday.
The House Resolution 7159, also known as...
Citizenship by Investment Bill: Solomon Islands PM
The draft Solomon Islands ‘Citizenship by Investment’ bill is complete and is subject to further review before it is submitted to Cabinet for consideration.
Prime...
King Charles III to visit Australia and Samoa in a test of stamina after cancer diagnosis
King Charles III has announced plans to visit Australia and Samoa next month on a trip that will span a dozen time zones and...
Geopolitical tension is a concern: Samoa Police chief
The 51st Conference of Pacific Islands Chiefs of Police (PICP) in Tonga last week underscored growing concerns about increasing geopolitical competition and the emergence...
Australian city stands to receive $200m economic boost if bid to co-host UN climate talks succeeds
If Australia succeeds in its bid to co-host global climate talks with Pacific nations in 2026, it could deliver a direct $100-$200 million (US$66...
World Bank President calls for bold reforms to tackle global challenges
World Bank Group President Ajay Banga Tuesday laid out an ambitious vision for the institution, calling for fast and bold reforms to address intertwined...
Former NZ Governor-General Sir Jerry Mateparae appointed moderator for Bougainville Peace talks
Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape and Bougainville President Ishmael Toroama have jointly appointed Sir Jerry Mateparae as the independent moderator to help...
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“We are doing more than most” — GCF on adaptation finance
By Pita Ligaiula
The Green Climate Fund (GCF) says half of its climate finance is directed to adaptation, but Executive Director Mafalda Duarte acknowledges the...
“We need to make Pacific economies more resilient”: Green Climate Fund
By Pita Ligaiula
Climate change is already threatening key Pacific economic sectors, but the Green Climate Fund (GCF) says its investments are being designed...
Forum Leaders endorse Kava declaration, fisheries fund review and regional labour ministers
By Pita Ligaiula
Pacific Islands Forum Leaders have endorsed new regional measures on kava, fisheries and labour, including the establishment of a dedicated Regional Labour...