Online child sexual exploitation in the Pacific and why Fiji’s numbers matter for the region
The Pacific is often celebrated for its strong community values, rich cultures and close-knit family networks – social structures that play an important role...
Pacific calls for action on gender equality at UN Women’s Commission
Pacific Islands Forum members have called for stronger action to advance gender equality and protect women and girls during the Commission on the Status...
French Polynesia urges Pacific to unite amid rising global tensions
French Polynesia's President Moetai Brotherson says growing global instability is a reminder that Pacific nations must strengthen cooperation within the region.
Speaking to PMN News...
Cook Islands PM Mark Brown set for first major New Zealand visit since diplomatic row
Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown will travel to New Zealand next week for a series of engagements - his first major visit since...
Fiji urges citizens to avoid Middle East travel amid security escalation
The Fiji Ministry of Foreign Affairs and External Trade has advised Fijian nationals to avoid travelling to the Middle East following the recent escalation...
Oceania Rugby Women’s XV Championship set for April showdown in Fiji
The Oceania Rugby Women's XV Championship returns to Fiji this April, bringing together the region's top women's national teams for three highly anticipated test...
HIV epidemic worsening as Fiji records 2,003 new cases in 2025: Health Minister Lalabalavu
Fiji’s HIV epidemic is worsening and spreading beyond its initial outbreak groups, Health Minister Dr Ratu Atonio Lalabalavu has warned in Parliament.
Responding to the...
Pacific broadcasters unite in Auckland for regional conference
Media leaders, broadcasters and digital journalists from across the Pacific have gathered in Auckland today for the start of the week-long Pacific Broadcasting Cooperation...
Minerals and military: Incoming U.S Ambassador spells out vision for NZ and Pacific
United States President Donald Trump's top diplomat in Aotearoa is one step closer to assuming office - more than a year after he was...
Alapati Pita Tavite sworn in as 12th Ulu o Tokelau
Alapati Pita Tavite has been sworn in as the 12th Ulu o Tokelau, beginning his second term as the territory's head of government during...
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UNESCO launches consultation on fair payment for news in the digital age
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WHO and UNAIDS warn HIV gains at risk as funding cuts threaten AIDS response
By Dr Saia Ma’u Piukala, WHO Regional Director for the Western Pacific, and Eamonn Murphy, UNAIDS Regional Director for Asia-Pacific and Eastern Europe and...