United States launches $1 million UXO Project in Solomon Islands
The U.S Department of State provided US$1 million to The HALO Trust (HALO) to launch a comprehensive unexploded ordnance (UXO) project in Solomon Islands...
Japan prepares to discharge Fukushima water into the sea
11 years after the Fukushima disaster, Japan is working hard to overcome challenges posed by its water.
Since the Tohoku tsunami of 11 March 2011,...
Pacific nations are bracing to lose tons of Tuna from their waters
Pacific leaders are developing a new warning system, not against hurricanes, tsunamis or even erupting volcanoes but rather the looming departure of vital tuna...
Fiji’s election marks a crucial moment for its fragile democracy
Democracy and the rule of law in Fiji are key U.S. interests amid growing concerns about China’s regional engagement
Analysis by Camilla Pohle-Anderson
Fiji has become...
Fiji Armed Forces roped in to maintain law and order in Fiji
Fiji's military has been called in to help Fiji police maintain law and order situation in the country, amidst growing concerns of racial tension...
Palau supports Australia’s bid to host COP31
“It’s about time we bring this to the Pacific,” said Palau President Surangel Whipps Jr., of Australia’s plan to host COP31 (Conference of the...
Race for PNG head of state
Papua New Guinea is on the cusp of voting in our first female Governor General (GG) after nominations for the post lapsed on Tuesday...
Fiji election now chance for nation to demonstrate ‘it relies on democracy’ – McClay
Election observer MP Todd McClay says he believes Fiji's election was fair and that the country must now democratically decide the composition of the...
SODELPA leader Gavoka to vacate position, more claims made about SODELPA board
Fiji's Opposition Social Democratic Liberal Party (SODELPA) Leader Viliame Gavoka says he will step down from his position.
He said according to the party’s constitution,...
Samoa Cabinet appoints Attorney General and two new CEOs
Samoa Cabinet has appointed the Attorney General and Chief Executive Officers for the Ministry of Justice & Courts Administration and the Samoa Qualifications Authority.
Su’a...
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‘Test of regionalism’: Pacific church group calls for review of Israel’s PIF role
The region's premier ecumenical organisation is calling for Israel's new partnership with the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) to be reviewed.
The Pacific Conference of Churches...
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For decades, the distant island of Bougainville has fought for secession from Papua New Guinea, for a future as an independent nation of its...
Fiji passport ranks 97th globally, opens 78 destinations
Fijian passport holders can access 78 overseas destinations without obtaining a traditional visa in advance, but Fiji ranks 97th globally and 11th among 14...