Japan to provide fishery research vessel to PNG, strengthen bilateral ties
Japan Prime Minister Kishida Fumio has announced the Asian nation's commitment to provide a fishery research vessel to Papua New Guinea during a bilateral...
Japan commits fishery support to Vanuatu
Japan's Prime Minister Kishida Fumio has announced Japan's decision to provide a fishery research vessel and equipment to enhance Vanuatu's fishing industry and address...
GCF Approves US$22.6 Million for Tonga Coastal Resilience Project
The Green Climate Fund (GCF) Board has approved a US$22.66 million grant for Tonga’s Coastal Resilience Project, supplemented by US$1.2 million in co-financing from...
14 Pacific leaders to attend PALM10 in Japan
Fourteen leaders from the Pacific Islands Forum will be attending the PALM10 meeting in Japan this week.
This was confirmed by Japan's Foreign Ministry Senior...
Pacific Islands Leaders Meeting to open in Tokyo
Japan and Pacific Island nations will discuss a range of common issues they face during a three-day summit due to open in Tokyo on...
Tonga’s preparations for Pacific Forum Leaders meeting in progress
Building is in progress for both the venue for the upcoming Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) leaders meeting and accommodation for delegates, who will arrive...
Niue Premier Tagelagi highlights the critical role of Ocean Education in Tokyo
Niue Premier Dalton Tagelagi says Ocean education can be a beacon of hope and sustainability for future generations.
He made the statement on Monday at...
French Polynesia President Brotherson advocates for Ocean Education and Sustainable Practices
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...
Niue Premier Dalton Tagelagi opens first honorary Consul office in Japan
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...
French Polynesia President Brotherson discusses PALM10 Summit and shifts in Tourism strategy
French Polynesia President, Moetai Brotherson has shared his thoughts ahead of the PALM10 Summit to be held in Japan this week, focusing on Pacific...
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‘Test of regionalism’: Pacific church group calls for review of Israel’s PIF role
The region's premier ecumenical organisation is calling for Israel's new partnership with the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) to be reviewed.
The Pacific Conference of Churches...
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Fiji passport ranks 97th globally, opens 78 destinations
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