USAID Administrator Samantha Power promises support for democratic gains in Fiji
USAID Administrator Samantha Power has announced Fiji’s inclusion in USAID’s Democracy Delivers Initiative, highlighting its commitment to democratic principles.
“Last year, when I visited Fiji...
Fiji shows support for new Forum Secretary General
Fiji stands ready to support the newly-appointed Secretary-General of the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat (PIFs) Baron Waqa in his leadership role.
While welcoming the SG...
World Council of Churches receives delegation from Kanaky New Caledonia
A delegation from the Front de libération nationale kanak et socialiste (FLNKS) visited the World Council of Churches (WCC), sharing concerns about human rights...
French Pacific prepares for snap elections with mixed expectations
After the surprise announcement of the French National Assembly's dissolution on Sunday, French Pacific entities are already busy preparing for the forthcoming snap election...
G7 countries must deliver on COP28 promise to cut fossil fuels
For Pacific Island nations like mine, the transition to clean and renewable energy is not just a goal but a necessity for survival
By...
Vanuatu votes to curb political volatility in historic referendum
Commentary by Tess Newton Cain
It has become something of a truism that there is no political stability in Vanuatu, motions of no confidence are...
Fijiana in good shape for Japan Test
Fijiana 15’s coach Moses Rauluni says it was a rusty start to the week, with players not putting in their maximum effort as they...
Samoa to make historic end-of-year tour of England
Samoa are set to embark on a historic two-Test end-of-year tour of England in the latest move towards a global rugby league calendar on...
New Caledonia vote reform that sparked riots ‘suspended’
President Emmanuel Macron said Wednesday that a voting reform that triggered deadly riots in French Pacific Territory New Caledonia would be “suspended” in light...
Vanuatu voters support Constitutional Change to end Political instability
Vanuatu has voted to change its constitution in a bid to end years of political instability, results of the Pacific nation's first national referendum...
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Dr Aqorau questions whether military expansion fits Pacific’s Ocean of Peace vision
Solomon Islands National University (SINU) Vice Chancellor Dr Transform Aqorau has questioned whether the Pacific can maintain its vision of becoming an Ocean of...
The ocean wealth that keeps leaving Micronesia
By Joyce McClure
More than 50 percent of the world’s tuna supply comes from the western and central Pacific Ocean, making it the most...
Australia’s Assistant Minister for Pacific Island Affairs says China missile test was ‘destabilising’ as...
Australia says China's recent ballistic missile test over the Pacific was “destabilising”, citing strong condemnation from Pacific leaders alongside Australia's response.
Speaking in an interview...