One people, one ocean – Vanuatu urges Blue Pacific unity
“It is our desire that we as a country, and we as a Blue Pacific Continent, continue to seek opportunities to influence the global...
American Samoa Governor pursues full members in Pacific Island Forum
American Governor Lemanu Peleti Mauga is hopeful that progress will be made in the territory’s efforts to gain full membership in the Pacific Islands...
Pacific Economies show gradual growth of 3.9 percent after COVID-19 Recovery, but challenges remain
By Rowena Acraman
The Pacific region is set to experience a significant growth rate of 3.9 percent in 2023, marking a remarkable recovery from...
Pacific recovery picks up amid uncertain Global Outlook: World Bank
Despite uncertainty about the outlook for inflation and interest rates in major economies and trading partners, developing Pacific economies are expected to grow in...
Climate-altered’ Pacific could see conflict between tuna fishing and deep-sea mining
By Eternity Uwaifo
Climate change may push tuna into a potential hotspot of deep-sea mining interest in the eastern Pacific, new research finds.
Countries and companies...
Forum Secretariat told to step up: Forum Chair
Pacific Islands Forum Chair and Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown says he want to leave the Forum in a better place for the...
Australia warns of economic weakness in Pacific as it outlines development goals – without mentioning China
Australian officials have sounded the alarm about rising debt levels and economic “fragility” among Pacific countries amid increasing competition with China for influence.
On Tuesday...
Pacific aid to enforce climate, gender equality targets
Australia will push to create local employment and boost the domestic economies of its Pacific island neighbours while keeping an eye on climate change...
Vanuatu PM reshuffles cabinet ahead of no-confidence-motion
Vanuatu's prime minister has reshuffled his cabinet just four days after a motion-of-no-confidence against his leadership was submitted to parliament.
RNZ Pacific’s correspondent in Vanuatu,...
Former Fiji PM lawyer to file a no case to answer
The Magistrates Court in Suva will hear written submissions from the Defence counsel and the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions on No...
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El Niño declared as drought and cyclone risks increase: Tonga Meteorological Service
Tonga has declared that El Niño conditions are now in force, with meteorologists warning of increased drought risk, reduced rainfall and a potentially more...
UNESCO launches consultation on fair payment for news in the digital age
UN cultural agency UNESCO has launched a global consultation process to inform its Draft Guidance on Fair Compensation for News, particularly as online platforms...
WHO and UNAIDS warn HIV gains at risk as funding cuts threaten AIDS response
By Dr Saia Ma’u Piukala, WHO Regional Director for the Western Pacific, and Eamonn Murphy, UNAIDS Regional Director for Asia-Pacific and Eastern Europe and...