Fiji PM prioritises expert oversight in handling Japan’s nuclear wastewater
Fiji's Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka staunchly defends his decision to support the safety protocols outlined by the International Atomic Energy Agency regarding Japan’s nuclear...
Indonesia claims Benny Wenda presents false report on West Papua at MSG Summit
The Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that the United Liberation Movement for West Papua (ULMWP) led by Benny Wenda presented a false report...
For the Melanesian Spearhead Group, West Papua Presents a Challenge
West Papua’s independence movement again failed to obtain MSG membership, highlighting members’ competing strategic interests.
By Grant Wyeth
Last week the 22nd Melanesian Spearhead Group...
Fiji say focus is on Wales World Cup opener
Fiji say their attention will not deviate from their World Cup opener against Wales despite making history against England at Twickenham.
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Fiji win has big implications: World Rugby
Fiji’s 30-22 win over England, their first in eight attempts in test rugby, boosted their rating by 1.58 points with their beaten opponents losing...
Papua New Guinea says it will open an embassy in Jerusalem next week
Papua New Guinea is set to open its embassy in Jerusalem next week during a visit to Israel by Prime Minister James Marape, according...
Pacific islands need to wage united fight, experts say
As Japan allows nuclear-contaminated water to be dumped into the Pacific Ocean, Pacific islands and South Asian regions must unite in vigilance, advocating transparent...
Marshall Islands sea turtle found to have nuclear contamination
Scientists studying tortoise and turtle shells near the Marshall Islands have found they contain nuclear contamination.
An article in the journal PNAS Nexus considered 'Anthropogenic...
‘People suffering’ from Vanuatu political crisis
People in Vanuatu believe politicians need to look beyond their own four walls and work to improve the livelihoods of ordinary citizens.
And many who...
Palau and PNG sign Air Service Agreement
Palau and Papua New Guinea governments signed a bilateral Air Service Agreement on Wednesday, 23 August, 2023.
PNG Minister for Transport and Civil Aviation Walter...
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