How Vanuatu’s climate campaign could save the world
The tiny island country has pushed the UN and the International Court of Justice to take unprecedented action that could help avert planetary catastrophe.
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Bridging the digital divide in Pacific island states
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Small island developing states are facing a range of challenges due to their size, Isolation and vulnerability to...
Singapore Rugby Sevens ready for kick-off
Lau Pa Sat, Singapore’s most iconic Hawker Market, in the heart of the city was the backdrop where the team captains gathered on Wednesday...
New board members appointed at CISNOC
-Cook Islands Sports and National Olympic Committee has appointed new board members as part of its annual general meeting.
CISNOC executive assistant to the secretary...
There’s time for review of Micronesia’s candidate: Palau President Whipps
“We want the best man/woman for the job, and we believe should come from Micronesia. There is still time for review, time to ask...
USA disagrees with Vanuatu-led resolution, says diplomacy best approach
The United States one of the world’s largest emitter of greenhouse gases, has disagreed with the Vanuatu-led resolution of seeking an Advisory Opinion from...
PNG quake death toll rises to seven
Seven people have been reported dead and scores injured as Papua New Guinea government officials on the ground in East Sepik’s Chambri Lakes continue...
ADB forecasts 4.8 percent growth for Asia and Pacific in 2023 and 2024
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) forecasts faster growth for developing economies in Asia and the Pacific this year, as the continued easing of pandemic...
PIF Regional Conference on Statehood and Protection of Persons affected by Sea-Level Rise looks at next steps
Pacific and global officials, technical and legal experts concluded a Regional Conference on Statehood and Sea Level Rise, in Fiji last week.
Key recommendations for...
Lack of resolution on deep-sea mining ahead of controversial deadline cause for deep concern
Calls for an urgent halt on deep-sea mining reached a historic high as the International Seabed Authority (ISA), the international body that regulates mineral...
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Pacific opposition grows: Tuvalu, Palau and Vanuatu condemn China missile test
Three more Pacific governments have condemned China's recent ballistic missile test over the Pacific, adding to growing regional pressure for major powers to respect...
Marape calls for the Pacific to remain an Ocean of Peace
Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape has urged major powers to keep the Pacific out of military rivalry after China fired a nuclear-capable...
Solomon Islands PM Wale condemns missile test over Pacific Region
Prime Minister Matthew Wale has strongly condemned a recent missile test that traversed parts of the Pacific region, describing it as inappropriate and concerning...