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The Fiji government reaffirms on Wednesday its opposition to Japan's plan to discharge nuclear-contaminated wastewater into the Pacific Ocean, saying that the region is not a dumping ground for countries like Japan to release its nuclear waste. While moving a motion regarding this in parliament on Wednesday, Fiji's Deputy Prime Minister Manoa Kamikamica said that the Pacific Ocean should not...

The final report from the Multinational Observer Group (MOG) for the 2022 Fiji General Election has made 20 recommendations to the Government of Fiji on how to further improve the country’s electoral system, policies and legal framework. The report contains specific recommendations regarding the media environment, gender equality, and the participation of civil society including: reviewing guidelines and legislation to...

The first-ever Fiji Tuna Symposium, co-organised by the Ministry of Fisheries with the Conservation International Fiji, Fishing Industry Association, and World Wildlife Fund has successfully concluded with a wealth of common issues and opportunities outlined in a Partnership Statement that will guide further development of the Tuna Industry. The draft Partnership Statement is now in the development process with all...

The tiny island country has pushed the UN and the International Court of Justice to take unprecedented action that could help avert planetary catastrophe. By Julian Aguon and Margaretha Wewerinke-Singh A small miracle happened in New York on 29 March. A humble campaign that began three years ago on the Vanuatu campus of the University of the South Pacific culminated...

By Samoa PM, Fiame Naomi Mata‘afa Small island developing states are facing a range of challenges due to their size, Isolation and vulnerability to external forces. These include rising sea levels, extreme weather events and economic instability. Additionally, small island states have limited resources for adaptation and resilience, limited access to global markets and capital, as well as recognising...

Lau Pa Sat, Singapore’s most iconic Hawker Market, in the heart of the city was the backdrop where the team captains gathered on Wednesday ahead of the highly-anticipated HSBC Singapore Rugby Sevens kicking off on Saturday at the National Stadium. Fresh off a thrilling weekend in Hong Kong, the world’s 16 best men’s teams have arrived in Singapore for the...

-Cook Islands Sports and National Olympic Committee has appointed new board members as part of its annual general meeting. CISNOC executive assistant to the secretary general Jason Lindsay confirmed the appointments in writing and supplied Cook Islands News with a copy of the 2022 annual report. The AGM was held on March 29 where Romani Katoa retained his position as senior...

“We want the best man/woman for the job, and we believe should come from Micronesia. There is still time for review, time to ask more questions from Nauru about this candidate,” said Palau President Surangel Whipps Jr in response to concerns raised about former President of Nauru Baron Waqa whom the Micronesian Presidents nominated to be the next Secretary...

The United States one of the world’s largest emitter of greenhouse gases, has disagreed with the Vanuatu-led resolution of seeking an Advisory Opinion from the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on the states’ obligation to addressing climate change. U.S deputy representative to the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), Nicholas Hill, explained his country’s position on the resolution following...

Seven people have been reported dead and scores injured as Papua New Guinea government officials on the ground in East Sepik’s Chambri Lakes continue to assess the damage caused by a 7.0- magnitude earthquake on Monday. Opposition Leader Joseph Lelang has also urged the Government to send immediate relief supplies to the people in the affected area. According to unconfirmed reports...