Greenpeace International urges governments to defend international law, as evidence suggests breaches by deep sea mining contractors
As the International Seabed Authority (ISA) opens its 31st Session Monday, Greenpeace International urges member states to take firm and swift action if breaches...
Ombudsman’s referral of PNG Chief Justice Sir Gibbs ‘unprecedented’: PM Marape
Papua New Guinea Chief Justice Sir Gibbs Salika has been referred by the Ombudsman Commission to the acting Public Prosecutor, in what the Government...
Solomon Islands rejoin UN peacekeeping mission in South Sudan
The Solomon Islands Ministry of Foreign Affairs and External Trade has announced that Solomon Islands will once again contribute to United Nations peacekeeping operations...
Fisheries and Forests key to Fiji’s food security and economic growth – Minister Bainivalu
Fiji’s oceans and forests remain central to the country’s food security, rural livelihoods and economic development, Minister for Fisheries and Forestry Alitia Bainivalu told...
Jai Opetaia dominates Glanton to defend cruiserweight crown
Sāmoan boxer Jai Opetaia has continued his rise in world boxing, defending his cruiserweight title with a commanding win over American fighter Richard Glanton.
The...
Fiji PM defends democracy and economic reforms
Fiji’s Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to democracy, economic reform and national unity in his response to the Presidential address...
French ships visit Hobart amid regional tensions
As France announced it would increase its nuclear arsenal in a major development of its defence policy, its navy docked in Australia, sending a...
Commonwealth Secretary General warns global order is failing people
Commonwealth Secretary General Shirley Botchwey used her remarks at the 26th Commonwealth Foreign Affairs Ministers Meeting (CFAMM) in London to highlight global challenges and...
France-New Caledonia governance deal no sure thing
New Caledonia's fraught path to a new governance deal with France is no certainty, with significant political challenges ahead.
Paris and Noumea have engaged in...
Palau Senate pushes back against U.S accusations of corruption against Baules
“We should not allow any nation to carelessly make unsubstantiated accusations against a Palauan leader,” Senator Eldebechel said during a recent Senate session, as...
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Fiji, Australia plan ahead for Climate talks
In a significant step toward regional climate advocacy, Minister for Environment and Climate Change Lynda Tabuya, held a pivotal meeting with the Australian High...
Solomon Islands PM refuses to convene parliament amid political crisis
The Solomon Islands' Prime Minister is refusing to convene parliament next week amid a takeover bid by government defectors who have joined forces with...
Pacific security agreements: lessons from the Iran–U.S–Israel conflict
By Bal Kama
The escalating conflict involving Iran, the United States (U.S) and Israel might seem distant from the Pacific, yet its strategic implications reach...