UN experts call for complete abolition of death penalty as ‘only viable path’
Marking the 20th World Day Against the Death Penalty, two UN-appointed independent human rights experts on Monday issued a statement recalling that under international...
Promoting women in the Pacific energy sector
By Sanjeshni Kumar
The Pacific Community (SPC) is supporting the region's transition to climate friendly and cleaner energy as fuel prices continue to rise globally.
“Our...
Vanuatu PACER Plus effective
The Pacific Agreement on Closer Economic Relations (PACER) Plus comes into force today, 60 days after Vanuatu has notified the Ministry of Foreign Affairs...
As oceans rise, are some nations doomed to vanish?
If rising seas engulf the Maldives and Tuvalu, will those countries be wiped off the map? And what happens to their citizens?
The prospect is...
World Rugby Chairman opens home of Fijian Drua
World Rugby Chairman Sir Bill Beaumont Monday officially opened the Fijian Drua’s home base.
The opening was done in the presence of Fijian Government leaders,...
Fiji PM meets with World Rugby chairman
Fijian Prime Minister and Fiji Rugby Union President Voreqe Bainimarama has met with the World Rugby Chairman Sir William (Bill) Blackledge Beaumont, in Nadi.
In...
World leaders not invited to attend critical UN biodiversity summit
Heads of government haven’t been invited to attend an important biodiversity summit in Canada, raising concerns nature is slipping down the global agenda amid...
Journey to COP27: Pacific negotiators strengthen resolve to fight for 1.5 world
Pacific delegates are counting down to the UNFCCC COP27 in the city of Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, keen to negotiate positions on the different thematic...
Egypt urged to ensure civil society’s full participation in COP27 climate summit
Authorities in Egypt must ensure civil society can safely and fully participate in the COP27 UN climate change conference taking place there next month,...
Marshall Islands to receive UN support over nuclear legacy
The UN Human Rights Council adopted a resolution Friday aimed at assisting the Marshall Islands in its efforts to secure justice for people suffering...
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IMF flags ‘very concerned’ outlook for Pacific as fuel prices rise
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised alarm over the impact of Middle East tensions on Pacific Island economies, warning that rising fuel costs...
Marshall Islands government shuts down at 3pm amid fuel crisis
Most government offices in the Marshall Islands began enforcing a new policy this week of closing by 3pm daily as a way to conserve...
IMF warns energy shock to hit Asia- Pacific
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) says rising oil and gas prices linked to the Middle East conflict are set to weaken growth, raise inflation...