Drugs in the Pacific traced to South America
The Chair of the Pacific Transnational Crime Network (PTCN) has confirmed that the smuggling of illicit drugs within the region continues to increase, tracing...
Vanuatu Opposition demands new Speaker
A motion of no confidence was lodged and registered Friday by the Opposition bloc, moved by Johnny Koanapo, Member of Parliament for Tanna Constituency,...
West Papua high on agenda as MSG leaders set to convene in Port Vila
The Pacific region's focus will shift briefly to Port Vila this week when Vanuatu hosts the heads of governments from Fiji, Papua New Guinea,...
Japan PM Kishida vows safety over Fukushima water release during on-site visit
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said Sunday during a visit to the crippled Fukushima nuclear plant that he has urged the operator to prioritise...
Pacific Met Week ends with Namaka Declaration strengthening commitment to Pacific Met Services
The Pacific Met Week, comprising of the Sixth Pacific Meteorological Council Meeting (PMC-6), the First Development Partners and Donors Engagement Meeting and the Third...
Pacific won’t entertain boomerang aid: Ahluwalia
The Pacific will not entertain boomerang aid.
This was the sentiment of the University of the South Pacific’s Vice Chancellor Professor Pal Ahluwalia to the...
Pacific Ocean Safeguarded from illegal fishing threats thanks to Operation Island Chief
Marking a significant achievement, Operation Island Chief, a comprehensive surveillance initiative led by the Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA), successfully concluded its mission...
U.S. Coast Guard Forces Micronesia Sector/Guam’s fast response combatting illicit maritime activity, illegal fishing
In a robust display of maritime commitment, U.S Coast Guard Forces Micronesia/Sector Guam's Fast Response Cutters conducted four patrols over 44 days, enhancing safety...
Pacific Journalists harness Media power to drive transparent governance
Journalists from across the Pacific boosted their knowledge and skills together to harness the immense power of the media to drive transparent and accountable...
Spain make history with FIFA Women’s World Cup final win over England
Spain have won the FIFA Women’s World Cup for the first ever time, following a deserved 1-0 victory over European champions England in the...
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‘Australia cops out on official Torres Strait role at global climate talks’
By Stefan Armbruster and Jennifer Enosa, Torres News
No specific role is planned for Torres Strait Islanders by the Australian government as it prepares to...
Australia snubs Torres Srait in Melanesia Spearhead Group bid
By Stefan Armbruster and Jennifer Enosa, Torres News
Australia is seeking observer status at the Melanesian Spearhead Group (MSG) but has not committed to giving...
Pacific youth declaration at PCNC11 calls for integrated action on biodiversity, climate change and...
Biodiversity, climate and ocean action must be implemented together and not treated in isolation. The health of Pacific reefs, forests, fisheries, and communities depends...