No threats from Fukushima waste water discharge: Fiji PM Rabuka
Fiji's Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says he has read the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Report, which deems the Japanese government’s ALPS treatment process...
You will be shot, says Police Commissioner Manning
Papua New Guinea Police Commissioner David Manning says “Police Officers are trained in the escalated use of force when confronting criminal activities, up to...
Canada’s TMC to seek seabed mining licence in 2024
Canada's The Metals Company (TMC) aims to apply next year for a licence to start mining in the Pacific Ocean, with production expected to...
Financing implementation of solar energy solutions in the Pacific Island countries
The International Solar Alliance (ISA) said that securing financing for renewable energy projects in Pacific Island Countries (PIC) may be complex due to the...
Cook Islands announces bid to host 2029 Pacific Mini Games
Cook Islands is bidding to host its third Pacific Mini Games, hoping to bring the regional sporting event back to Rarotonga after hosting it...
Fiji-China conducts security review
Fiji's Home Affairs Minister Pio Tikoduadua has highlighted that Fiji and China are conducting a comprehensive security review.
Tikoduadua emphasised the significance of fostering trust...
Deep-sea mining ban draws closer despite China’s opposition
A halt on companies digging up the deep seabed for valuable metals is now a real possibility after governments agreed to put it on...
No guns, only relief efforts in Bougainville: PNG PM
Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape has given his assurance to the Autonomous Region of Bougainville (AROB) that police and army personnel going...
Climate crisis: Australia must ready for ‘devastating’ regional disruption, MPs told
Australia must prepare for “devastating” climate-fueled disruption in the Asia-Pacific, including failed states, forced migration and regional conflicts over water shortages, a stark briefing...
Open letter to Pacific Islands Forum leaders and ministers
Dear Pacific Islands Forum leaders and ministers,
Pacific greetings to you. As you prepare to convene in the lead up to the 52nd Pacific Islands...
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Georgina Maka’a Elected New MASI President
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