Who could be WHO’s next Western Pacific leader?
There are hopes a Pacific person will head the Western Pacific region for the World Health Organisation (WHO).
It follows the sacking of regional director...
Tokelau welcomes new head of government
Tokelau has a new Ulu-o-Tokelau, or head of government, Kelihiano Kalolo.
In a statement, National Public Service general manager Tino Vitale said the general fono...
Moetai Brotherson seeks presidency in French Polynesia
By Nic Maclellan
Moetai Brotherson of the independence party Tavini Huira’atira no Te Ao Ma’ohi has announced he will run for the Presidency of...
China condemns Japanese plan to release Fukushima water
China has condemned a Japanese plan to release treated radioactive wastewater from the damaged Fukushima nuclear plant into the sea, demanding that Tokyo first...
World Bank Provides US$9.5 million grant in disaster response for Vanuatu
The World Bank has disbursed a US$9.5 million (VUV 1.13 billion) grant to support the Government of Vanuatu’s response to Severe Tropical Cyclones Judy...
Pacific countries support establishment of Science-Policy Panel to manage chemicals, waste and prevent pollution
Pacific countries have added their voice to a growing chorus of support for the establishment of a science-policy panel to contribute further to the...
Outgoing president of Micronesia accuses China of bribery, threats and interference
China is engaged in “political warfare” in the Pacific, the outgoing president of the Federated States of Micronesia has alleged in an excoriating letter,...
MSG Secretariat eyes security cooperation and partnership with China
The Melanesian Spearhead Group (MSG) Secretariat is contemplating engaging China for cooperation on Security and sign on as its first official development partner.
This follows...
Japan foreign minister preparing to visit Pacific islands in late March
Japan has begun preparations for Foreign Minister Yoshimasa Hayashi to visit the Solomon Islands, Kiribati and the Cook Islands in late March.
The visit, expected...
NZ sociologist urges upholding Pacific sovereignty, self-determination against Japan’s nuclear colonialism
AUCKLAND, 13 MARCH 2023 (XINHUA)--- Japan should stop perpetuating nuclear colonialism, and instead respect the sovereignty and self-determination of Pacific nations regarding the planned...
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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 Strait 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...