Fiji and Japan formalise COVID-19 crisis response emergency support loan
The governments of Fiji and Japan exchanged diplomatic notes at a ceremony in Suva Tuesday to formalise Japan’s assistance to Fiji through the “COVID-19...
‘We want one disaster, not two’: Tonga struggles to keep Covid at bay
The Pacific nation, still reeling from a volcanic eruption and tsunami last month, is emerging from lockdown following its first outbreak of the pandemic.
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‘We’ll probably see the best of them’: Wright ready for Fijian Drua challenge
The Brumbies are expecting a much different Fijian Drua's outfit to their opening round defeat, believing they will be at their best when they...
Executing set-pieces key for Fijian Drua
Ball retention will be crucial for the Fijian Drua as it prepares for its Super Rugby Pacific round two clash against the Brumbies this...
PNG Hunters and Kaiviti Silktails name Melanesian Bowl squads
PNG Hunters will take to the field for a historic pre-season clash when they face Fiji Kava Kaiviti Silktails this Saturday in the PacificAus...
Australia to print, pay for PNG ballot papers
Australia will print, and pay K10 million (US$2.8 million) for the 12 million ballot papers to be used in the 2022 general election, according...
NZ Government announces $140m Omicron support for Māori and Pacific
The New Zealand government has announced $140 million (US$93 million) worth of targeted funding for health providers to support Māori and Pacific communities as...
Solomon Islands borders to open by 01 July
Solomon Islands has announced the country’s international borders will open by 01 July 2022.
This is for those coming in and leaving the country.
“We will...
Health workers face ‘dangerous neglect’, warn WHO, ILO
Health teams worldwide need much safer working conditions to combat the “dangerous neglect” they have faced during the COVID-19 pandemic, the UN health and...
While the Pacific has been focused on COVID, TB rates have continued to climb
While all eyes are on the COVID-19 crisis, one of the world's deadliest diseases continues to haunt the Pacific.
Tuberculosis, or TB, is a highly-contagious...
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IMF flags ‘very concerned’ outlook for Pacific as fuel prices rise
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised alarm over the impact of Middle East tensions on Pacific Island economies, warning that rising fuel costs...
Marshall Islands government shuts down at 3pm amid fuel crisis
Most government offices in the Marshall Islands began enforcing a new policy this week of closing by 3pm daily as a way to conserve...
IMF warns energy shock to hit Asia- Pacific
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) says rising oil and gas prices linked to the Middle East conflict are set to weaken growth, raise inflation...