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The President of French Polynesia, Moetai Brotherson Monday emphasised the importance of sustainable development and traditional knowledge in preserving marine ecosystems. “I find it very inspiring that Japan has a special holiday for the ocean. I think this is something every country in the world could draw inspiration from,” Brotherson said in his remarks at the Oceans Day in Tokyo. Brotherson...

The tiny Pacific nation of Niue has opened its first honorary consul in Japan. The announcement was made by Niue Premier, Dalton Tagelagi in Tokyo. “I am currently in Japan to attend the PALM 10 meeting and to open Niue's first honorary consul. This visit underscores Niue's commitment to strengthening ties with Japan and the international community, working together towards shared...

French Polynesia President, Moetai Brotherson has shared his thoughts ahead of the PALM10 Summit to be held in Japan this week, focusing on Pacific Island collaboration and his country's tourism industry. Pacific Islands Forum Leaders will meet with the Government of Japan in Tokyo for the 10th Pacific Islands Leaders Meeting (PALM10) which starts today. “First of all, it’s one of...

The Pacific islands cover nearly a fifth of the Earth’s surface, and Japan and the greater international community depend on these territories, primarily because of their shipping routes and commercial fishing. These nations are also on the front line of climate change, and they need significant support to weather its effects. An island nation itself, Japan has been providing funding,...

By Op-ed Fumio Kishida, Prime Minister of Japan Japan and Pacific Island countries and regions, connected by the Pacific Ocean and kizuna (bonds), have been and will continue to be mutually indispensable partners. The circle of friendship between Japan and the Pacific islands has been expanded through exchanges in various areas, including in sports and at the local government level. Tuna...

Phase one of the new Scott Robertson era has begun successfully, albeit not without its drama in a series sweep of England. Now it’s on to the next in San Diego and an entirely new challenge against Fiji. After keeping changes to a minimum between the first Test in Dunedin and second in Auckland, Robertson has already confirmed that his match-day...

In the face of escalating threats in the region, Commonwealth of the Northern Marianas (CNMI) House Floor Leader Edwin Propst said Guam and the Northern Marianas must join hands in preparing the island communities for any potential conflict. "We have the ideas, the determination and the ability to succeed so long as we work together hand in hand, ensuring that...

The Marianas Islands Legislature Association (MILA) has adopted a resolution seeking to replace the CNMI’s foreign worker programme with a joint Marianas visa tailored to meet the unique needs of both Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands. MILA unanimously passed Resolution 2-GA-05, which CNMI Rep. Ed. Propst introduced Friday on the second day of the MILA general assembly at the...

The United States Department of the Interior’s Assistant Secretary for Insular and International Affairs Carmen G. Cantor has announced US$372 million in Compact of Free Association funding for the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI). The funding includes direct Compact economic assistance to the RMI government and a deposit into the Trust Fund for the people of the Marshall Islands...

By Matteo Civillini As Caribbean nations tallied the destruction caused by the passage of Hurricane Beryl, the board of the fund set up to compensate for such devastating loss and damage held its second meeting last week. “The level of damage is apocalyptic,” said Henrietta Elizabeth Thompson from Barbados, among the countries worst hit by the natural disaster, at the start...