PNG authorises lethal force to quell deadly violence near Porgera mine
-Papua New Guinea security personnel have been authorised to use “lethal force” to quell violence between illegal miners and traditional landowners near the economically...
Tuvalu PM moves into newly completed $2.7 million residence
Tuvalu’s Prime Minister Feleti Teo has moved into a newly renovated residence.
The renovation, which also included the Governor General’s residence, was initially launched by...
Solomon Islands’ Foreign Secretary calls for regional integration and open borders
It's been three weeks since Pacific leaders met in Tonga for the Pacific Island Forum Leaders Summit.
Now, all eyes are looking ahead to the...
Manusina beat Australia A with last minute kick
Manusina XV marked the return to their first game on home soil after 15 years with a 20-17 win over Australia A on Monday...
U.S supports two permanent UN Security Council seats for Africa, one seat to be rotated among SIDS
The United States supports creating two permanent United Nations Security Council seats for African states and one seat to be rotated among Small Island...
Solomon Islands vision for cooperative security
Solomon Islands Minister of Police National Security, Jimson Tanangada, says Solomon Islands recognises the urgency of collective action in addressing security threats.
Minister Tanangada, when...
Super Rugby Pacific unveil new-look finals system as part of tweaked structure
Super Rugby Pacific has confirmed a six-team finals system for the 2025 season.
It will be an expanded 16-round regular season, with the 2025 season...
Bougainville seeks Papal support for independence
The Autonomous Bougainville Government (ABG) has officially sought the support of the Vatican in its bid for political independence from Papua New Guinea.
A letter...
Media restriction is in CHOGM Bluebook: Samoa Government
The Chief Executive Officer for the Ministry of the Prime Minister and Cabinet, Agafili Shem Leo says media restriction in October is based on...
PNG PM Marape reaffirms commitment to serve the people
After retaining the country's top post on the floor of parliament Thursday, Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James has assured the country that the...
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UNODC Adviser calls for more support for Pacific Journalists covering Crime and Corruption
By Pita Ligaiula in Savusavu
UNODC Pacific Regional Anti-Corruption Adviser Marie Pegie Cauchois has offered further support and training for Pacific journalists covering corruption...
‘Truth should be protected by the truth’ — PINA President on risks facing journalists
By Pita Ligaiula in Savusavu
Organised crime in the Pacific is growing and becoming more sophisticated, with journalists facing increasing threats as they investigate...
Fiji constitution review report tabled, major reforms proposed
Fiji’s Constitution Review Commission Report has been tabled in Parliament Tuesday, opening the next stage of consideration of sweeping proposed changes to the country’s...