Nauru’s Jerusalem embassy move raises questions over Pacific diplomacy – academic
Nauru's decision to open an embassy in Jerusalem is part of a growing Pacific trend that highlights the challenges small island states face as...
Pacific Tuna stocks remain healthy as FFA charts new course for greater economic gains
All four key tuna stocks in the Western and Central Pacific remain healthy, while Pacific nations have strengthened fisheries management, reduced illegal fishing losses,...
Australia helps Pacific Islands dodge worst of aid cuts
International funding and financing for the Pacific Islands has largely avoided the worst of aid cuts as Australia leads the way, according to a...
Expert says Pacific seabed minerals becoming next test of regional sovereignty
Deep sea mining is emerging as the next major test of Pacific sovereignty with growing interest from global powers adding a new layer to...
Semisi Sika bids farewell to Cabinet ahead of Tongatapu 2 by-election
Tonga's Minister for Tourism and Infrastructure Semisi Sika has attended his final Cabinet meeting before leaving government following the Court of Appeal decision that...
FFA Annual Report: A New Chapter for Pacific Fisheries
The Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA) has released its 2024–2025 Annual Report, highlighting a year of strong regional cooperation, meaningful achievements and continued...
Solomon Islands, U.S sign Shiprider agreement to protect maritime domain
The Solomon Islands Government has signed the Shiprider agreement with the United States of America in Honiara.
The signing marks a significant step forward in...
Pacific leaders ‘play both sides’ as China divides Forum over missile test – expert
The Pacific Islands Forum's failure to agree on a joint response to China's recent missile test reflects the difficult balancing act facing regional governments,...
Pacific push stronger banking links, Public Finance coordination and AIIB partnership
Regional efforts to strengthen banking connectivity, improve public financial management and deepen development partnerships were advanced during a series of meetings hosted by the...
NZ Govt announces RSE changes, accommodation an open question
The New Zealand government is promising stronger and clearer accommodation standards for Recognised Seasonal Employment scheme workers, though a landmark court case remains undecided.
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The Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) has called for stronger climate action, predictable adaptation finance and a faster transition to renewable energy, warning that...
Pacific must not become consumers of AI: Wahuzue
By Pita Ligaiula
Pacific newsrooms risk becoming consumers of artificial intelligence systems shaped outside the region unless they build their own tools, rules and...
French Polynesia Assembly calls for UN Mission to Tahiti
The Assembly of French Polynesia has called for a United Nations mission to visit Tahiti and assess directly the political situation and aspirations of...