NZ to provide support for Solomon Islands election
Foreign Minister Winston Peters and Defence Minister Judith Collins Monday announced New Zealand will provide logistics support for the upcoming Solomon Islands election.
“We’re sending...
Chinese, Nauruan presidents hold talks for first time since resuming ties
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Nauruan President David Adeang held talks in Beijing on Monday.
Xi noted that Nauru's political decision to adhere to the...
Marshall Islands launches public engagement on new Compact deal
While both Palau and the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) have endorsed their new Compacts of Free Association with Washington, the Marshall Islands just...
State of Emergency declared in East Sepik Province
Papua New Guinea’s East Sepik Provincial Administration has declared a state of emergency, effective Monday, until further notice.
Mother nature in the last few days...
Dieback disease affecting kava farmers
The majority of kava farmers in Fiji are facing issues with the dieback disease.
This was highlighted during the Regional Kava Development Strategy and Geographical...
If a diabetes policy of diet and exercise keeps failing, is it time for a new approach?
By Amy McLennan
Fifty years ago, a diabetes survey in the Republic of Nauru concluded that a third of Nauruans had type 2 diabetes. It...
Fijian Drua anticipate tough Force outfit
Fijian Drua are not taking the Western Force lightly in their clash this weekend.
The Force pulled off an upset 40-31 win over the Queensland...
World Series still a priority: Fiji 7s coach Kolinisau
Fiji 7s coach Osea Kolinisau says with all eyes on the Paris Olympics in July, his focus still remains on the World Sevens Series.
Kolinisau...
Central African Republic too strong for Papua New Guinea in FIFA Series
Papua New Guinea have been beaten in their second match in the FIFA Series in Sri Lanka, suffering a 4-0 defeat to Central African...
U.S, FSM begin exploring military training opportunities in Yap
Washington and the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) have reaffirmed their defence and security ties, toasting a fresh economic package under the newly signed...
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Forum Foreign Ministers activate regional crisis mechanism as Middle East conflict threatens Pacific fuel...
Pacific Islands Forum Foreign Ministers have endorsed a new Regional Response Mechanism to help the region manage the growing economic and security risks arising...
Guam Governor signs ban on deep-sea mining, violators face $50K fines
Guam Governor Lou Leon Guerrero signed a bill into law banning deep-sea mining from Guam and its nearshore waters under threat of fines of...
Pacific Trade officials meet to shape region’s Trade agenda ahead of Ministerial talks
Senior trade officials from Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) member countries convened today at the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat to discuss key trade and economic...