Fiji to scrap media law for ‘growth and development’ of independent journalism
University of the South Pacific (USP) head of journalism programme associate professor Shailendra Singh said the announcement by the Fiji government that it will...
Group voices opposition to deep-sea mining in PNG
A group representing communities in the Bismarck and Solomon seas has opposed plans by the Papua New Guinea Government and the New Ireland administration...
Hawai’i prepares to host the 13th Festival of the Pacific Arts and Culture in 2024
Hawaii, a Polynesian State of the United States of America (USA) is the host of the 2024 Festival of Pacific Arts & Culture (FestPAC),...
Hong Kong set for unforgettable weekend as 2023 Series continues
The world-famous Hong Kong skyline provided the backdrop as captains of the 28 men’s and women’s teams gathered ahead of the Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong...
Seven reasons to get excited about the Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens
Hong Kong Stadium throws open its doors to the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series for the second time this season on Friday.
The second Cathay/HSBC...
Solomon Games opens to provide Pacific Games dress rehearsal
The Solomon Games have officially opened in the Solomon Islands - a key event before the country's hosting of the Pacific Games in November...
Media Act repeal a win for democracy and media freedom in Fiji
The Fijian Media Association (FMA) welcomes and celebrates the decision by Cabinet to table a Bill in Parliament to repeal the draconian Media Industry...
Fiji Government to repeal the Media Industry Development Act 2010
Fiji's Cabinet has approved the tabling of a Bill to repeal the Media Industry Development Act 2010 in Parliament, says Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka.
The...
Climate change: Push for decision at world’s top court
The concerns of young people in the Pacific about climate change are set to be heard at the world’s top court.
Four years after students...
Jasper Anisi sworn in as new Solomon Islands Chief Electoral officer
Solomon Islands Electoral Commission has filled the vacant position of the new Chief Electoral Officer following the swearing-in of Jasper Anisi by the Governor...
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Vanuatu takes maritime dispute with France to international arbitration
Vanuatu has launched international arbitration proceedings against France over competing maritime claims involving reefs, atolls and small islands between Vanuatu and New Caledonia.
The proceedings,...
Australia open to recruiting Pacific Islanders into military, Conroy says
Australia is considering expanding military recruitment from Pacific Island countries beyond Papua New Guinea but says its initial focus will be on ensuring the...
Pacific pushes for rotating seat on UN Security Council
Pacific nations are building international support for a dedicated rotating seat for Small Island Developing States (SIDS) on the United Nations Security Council, alongside...