Bridging the digital divide in Pacific island states
By Samoa PM, Fiame Naomi Mata‘afa
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...
Cook Islands PM assured AUKUS deal will not breach Rarotonga Treaty
Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown has said he has received assurances that the recent Australia-United Kingdom-United States (AUKUS) proposals will not contravene the...
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Palau President Whipps pushes for fixed annual Forum date
By Pita Ligaiula in Koror, Palau
Palau President Surangel Whipps Jr says he will push Forum Leaders to set a fixed annual date for the...
Kiribati President Maamau hands Small Island States Chair to Palau
By Pita Ligaiula in Koror, Palau
Kiribati President Taneti Maamau has called for stronger advocacy and support for Small Island States as he handed...
Palau takes SIS Chair, President Whipps calls for results that reach the people
By Pita Ligaiula in Koror, Palau
Palau President Surangel Whipps Jr has called on Small Island States (SIS) leaders to focus on practical outcomes...