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...
Progress in Vanuatu’s bid to have climate change damage recognised in international law
Small island nations are another step closer to holding the world’s big polluters to account for the harm they cause from their emissions.
Vanuatu made...
Nauruan president starts six-day China visit
Nauru President David Adeang arrived in Beijing on Sunday, embarking on a six-day state visit to China from Sunday to 29 March.
It marks the...
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Aust PM to host series of Pacific leaders’ meetings in Queensland
After returning from Fiji and the Solomon Islands and signing historic agreements with Fiji and Vanuatu, Prime Minister Albanese will host Pacific leaders from...
CROP heads discuss 2050 strategy, energy crisis and COP31 preparations
The 66th Heads of Council of Regional Organisations of the Pacific (CROP) Meeting convened at the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat on Tuesday, focusing on...
Southwest Pacific’s last tropical glacier could vanish within months
The Southwest Pacific is facing mounting climate risks as its vast ocean expanse becomes hotter, more acidic and more dangerous for coastal communities, the...