New Caledonia independence group demands Indigenous leader’s release from custody in mainland France
Members of a pro-independence movement in the French Pacific territory of New Caledonia demanded on Monday the “release and immediate return” of the Indigenous...
U.S offers direct assistance in war against drugs
The American Government is prepared to provide direct assistance to Fiji in combating the escalating cases of drug trafficking in the country.
U.S deputy Secretary...
Australian Banks put on notice over workers’ overseas remittances
The Australian government has put banks on notice they need to be clearer on fees involved in remitting money overseas, an assistant minister says,...
Pacific Islands countries unite to tackle security threats
Climate change, transnational crimes, and geopolitical tensions are at the forefront of the Pacific Regional and National Security Conference.
Over 150 diplomats and Pacific Island...
More unrest in New Caledonia after detained Kanak activists sent to France
Renewed protests have erupted in New Caledonia after indigenous Kanak independence activists that French authorities blame for last month’s riots were arrested and some...
Benny Wenda welcomes the launch of West Papua People’s Liberation Front to drive independence agenda
The United Liberation Movement for West Papua (ULMWP) President Benny Wenda has welcomed the launch of the West Papua People’s Liberation Front (GR-PWP), a...
Fiji Airways crowned best airline for second consecutive year
For the second consecutive year, Fiji’s national carrier was recognised as the best airline in Australia and Pacific at the prestigious Skytrax 2024 World...
Half the world now following doctors’ orders on cutting trans fats: WHO
A total of 53 countries had best practice policies in place for tackling industrial trans fats in food as of last year, vastly improving...
Samoa Government grants $500k for Olympic qualifiers
The Government of Samoa gave SAT$500,000 (US$183,121)to the Samoa Association of Sports and National Olympics Committee (SASNOC) to prepare the Olympic Games in Paris...
Yap narrowly votes for political status review; constitutional change in the offing
Yap voters gave the nod to a review of the state’s political status, a decision that would commence the process for Yap’s constitutional amendment...
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‘Australia cops out on official Torres Strait role at global climate talks’
By Stefan Armbruster and Jennifer Enosa, Torres News
No specific role is planned for Torres Strait Islanders by the Australian government as it prepares to...
Australia snubs Torres Srait in Melanesia Spearhead Group bid
By Stefan Armbruster and Jennifer Enosa, Torres News
Australia is seeking observer status at the Melanesian Spearhead Group (MSG) but has not committed to giving...
Pacific youth declaration at PCNC11 calls for integrated action on biodiversity, climate change and...
Biodiversity, climate and ocean action must be implemented together and not treated in isolation. The health of Pacific reefs, forests, fisheries, and communities depends...