Fiji PM launches the 2026 National skills gap assesment survey
Fiji Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has launched the 2026 National Skills Gap Assessment Survey in Suva, describing it as a critical national tool that...
Solomon Islands to elect new PM, following ousting of Manele in no-confidence vote
Solomon Islands Prime Minister, Jeremiah Manele was removed from office Thursday, following a decisive vote of no confidence in the National Parliament, in a...
Pacific leaders want urgent energy, transport rethink
By Sera Tikotikoivatu-Sefeti
The Pacific’s biggest regional meeting on energy and transport opened with song, culture and connection.
But behind the ceremony was a stark warning:...
PM Rabuka hails Fiji-Australia ties as leaders tackle fuel crisis, security and Climate agenda
Fiji Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has reaffirmed Fiji’s strong partnership with Australia, saying both countries are working closely to address regional security threats, the...
Australia announces $30 million fuel support for Fiji as Wong confirms Vuvale Union deal
Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong has announced a $30 million (US$21.66 million) budget support package for Fiji to help respond to the global fuel...
Australia pledges stronger Security support as Fiji-Australia Vuvale Union takes shape
Australian Minister for Pacific Island Affairs Pat Conroy says Australia stands “shoulder to shoulder” with Fiji in the fight against transnational crime and drug...
Pacific island nation charts path to diesel freedom
The world’s smallest island nation is seeking to unshackle its power system from diesel after signing on to a landmark renewables partnership.
The Republic of...
Technology is making the Pacific’s drug highway harder to detect
Narco-subs, drone systems, and encrypted finance are turning the Pacific from a transit zone to a node in the global drug economy.
By Jose...
NZ Rugby celebrates $304m record revenue as Pacific leaders warn Moana’s left behind
New Zealand Rugby (NZR) has unveiled a record-shattering $304 million(US$180.81 million) in revenue.
But the celebration is being overshadowed by urgent warnings from Pacific leaders...
PNG maritime officials say Pacific cooperation is key to closing gaps in safety, standards and women’s participation
By Sera Tikotikoivatu-Sefeti
The Sixth Pacific Regional Energy and Transport Ministers' Meeting(PRETMM6) are laying bare the realities of Pacific regions challenges, from outdated legislation and...
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AIIB approves USD$80 million to strengthen Fiji’s economic and climate resilience
The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has approved USD$80 million in sovereign-backed financing to support Fiji’s efforts to strengthen economic resilience, enhance climate and...
U.S Coast Guard Cutter arrives ahead of historic Solomon Islands-U.S Shiprider deal
A United States Coast Guard vessel has arrived in Honiara ahead of the historic signing of a maritime security agreement between the Solomon Islands...
South Pacific Albacore: Building a sustainable future for a Pacific lifeline
South Pacific albacore is one of the Pacific region’s most valuable tuna resources, underpinning domestic longline fisheries, supporting thousands of livelihoods, and contributing significantly...