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...
New Pacific Islands Forum leader calls on island nations to strengthen bond
Taking the helm of the Pacific Islands Forum as its new secretary general, former Nauru President Baron Waqa has called on island nations to...
Stop ‘vandalising’ Earth and help the planet thrive, UN chief urges
As nearly 40 percent of land across the planet is degraded with more acres lost every second, governments, businesses and communities must galvanise action...
New Caledonia: FLNKS congress postponed due to differences
The national congress of New Caledonia's pro-independence platform, the FLNKS, was postponed at the weekend due to major differences between its hard-line component and...
UN climate chief warns of “steep mountain to climb” for COP29 after Bonn blame-game
Countries expressed disappointment as key negotiations on climate finance and emissions-cutting measures made scant progress at mid-year talks
By Megan Rowling and Matteo Civillini
UN...
Future referendums should be compulsory: Vanuatu Minister of Internal Affairs Koanapo
Vanuatu Minister of Internal Affairs, Johnny Koanapo, said the government should make future referendums compulsory to ensure inclusive participation.
While the referendum provided an opportunity...
PM Christopher Luxon wants thousands more seasonal workers from Pacific countries in NZ
The leaders of Papua New Guinea and New Zealand have discussed a refreshed partnership that could boost the number of places for short-term RSE...
Samoa Anti-corruption body soon
An entity to look into corrupt practices in the Samoa government will be set up soon as the first National Anti-corruption Policy and Strategy...
New Centre for Agriculture Technology Transfer opens in Fiji, leading in a new era of farming innovation
In a significant step forward for agricultural development, the new Centre for Agriculture Technology Transfer (CATT), also known as the Smart Farm, officially opened...
Fiji and Palau Presidents holds bilateral talks with Ukrainian President
Fijian President Ratu Wiliame Katonivere has reaffirmed Fiji's support in finding a peaceful solution to the war by Russia against Ukraine.
At a bilateral meeting...
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SPC official calls for Pacific Education systems ready for Climate, AI and labour mobility
The Pacific must build education systems that are resilient, evidence-informed, culturally grounded and future-ready to respond to climate change, labour mobility and rapid technological...
Australian media report questions $4.2 million cost of Fiji Climate talks
Australia's Climate Change Minister Chris Bowen is facing scrutiny over plans to spend more than AUD$4.2 million (US$2.94 million) on accommodation and meeting facilities...
Amata reaffirms Opposition to Seabed mining in American Samoa waters
American Samoa Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata has reaffirmed her opposition to seabed mining in the waters surrounding the territory, saying her position has remained consistent...