Palau concerned about China’s pressure but committed to Taiwan
Despite pressure from China to do otherwise, Palau intends to continue diplomatic relations with Taiwan, said Palau President Surangel Whipps Jr.
He noted, however, that...
Solomons ‘unfairly targeted’ since recognising China, its Prime Minister tells UN
The prime minister of the Solomon Islands complained on Friday that his country had been subjected to "a barrage of unwarranted and misplaced criticisms,...
At UN, Micronesia denounces Japan plan to release Fukushima water into Pacific
The president of the Pacific island state of Micronesia denounced at the United Nations last Thursday Japan's decision to discharge what he called nuclear-contaminated...
Nauru elects new parliament
Nauru's president Lionel Aingimea is among the members of parliament who have been re-elected in the weekend poll.
However, results show that two former presidents,...
Marshall Islands halt negotiations with U.S over nuclear testing legacy
The Marshall Islands halted key negotiations with the U.S on Friday over ongoing grievances relating to nuclear testing dating back 70 years on the...
Denmark becomes first country to pledge ‘loss and damage’ finance
Denmark has become the first fully-fledged country to pledge funds to developing countries specifically for “tab og skader”, which translates to “loss and damage”.
The...
Fifth briefing session by Japan on plans to release contaminated nuclear wastewater into the Pacific Ocean
Pacific Islands Forum Members received a fifth virtual briefing from the Government of Japan on 20 September 2022 regarding its plan to release over...
Six home games confirmed for Fiji, both 2022 finalists inbound!
The Fijian Drua will mount its second Super Rugby Pacific campaign with six home games locked in for Fiji in 2023.
Coming to Fiji next...
Australian PM’s XIII Men beat spirited PNG PM’s XIII Men
The Australian Prime Minister’s XIII Men’s side proved far too strong in the end, but had to work hard at times for a 64-14...
New Zealand win OFC U-19 Championship 2022 with 3-0 victory over Fiji
New Zealand have won the OFC U-19 Championship 2022 after a 3-0 win over Fiji at Stade Pater in Papeete, Tahiti.
A brace from Oliver...
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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...