Vanuatu Capital Investment Immigration Plan Programme suspended

The Vanuatu Government, through the Citizenship Commission, has suspended all new applications under the Capital Investment Immigration Plan (CIIP) until further notice. This has been confirmed by the newly appointed Chairman of the Vanuatu Citizenship…
Fiji urged to accelerate BBNJ ratification

Regional partners are calling on Fiji to speed up its ratification of the BBNJ Agreement as other countries move forward with their commitments under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea. The…
Aviation a lifeline for the Pacific, says Forum SG Waqa

Forum Secretary General Baron Divavesi Waqa, Thursday emphasised the vital role aviation plays in the region’s future, calling it not just a mode of transport, but a lifeline for island economies. Speaking to aviation ministers…
“Our people need us more than ever” nurses hear

Nurses are the backbone of Pacific health systems, attendees gathered for the Pacific Heads of Nursing and Midwifery Meeting in Nadi have been reminded. Pacific health leaders are meeting in Nadi this week to address…
Leaders call for climate action during post COP29 debrief

Pacific leaders have reiterated the region’s urgent climate demands at the Post-COP29 Debrief of Pacific Political Climate Champions, warning that their voices must not be sidelined. This week’s session brought together political leaders and climate…
AFBC, Investment Fiji to launch definitive Trade & Investment guide for 2025

The Australia Fiji Business Council (AFBC) and Investment Fiji have announced the launch of the Fiji Trade & Investment Review 2025, a comprehensive annual publication that aims to equip businesses and investors with key insights into…
Jiwaka MP apologises to women of PNG for grandson’s role in Jenelyn Kennedy’s murder

Jiwaka Provincial Member Simon Kaiwi has publicly apologised in Parliament today to the women of Papua New Guinea for the actions of his grandson, Bhosip Kaiwi, who was convicted for the 2020 murder of Jenelyn…
PNG PM apologises to women, girls

Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape has made an emotional apology on the floor of Parliament to the women, girls, and mothers of Papua New Guinea, expressing deep regret for the pain inflicted by…
Mixing business with a spot of leisure is something many of us have routinely done on work trips. From indulging in lavish beach time to celebrating a closed deal, to a quiet walk in the woods after an exhausting conference, or a weekend of resort-style R&R to round off a field visit — the options are endless.
But have you ever marked the end of a work tour with a thrilling swim in the open ocean, in the company of gigantic humpback whales? If your answer is ‘no’, chances are you haven’t been to . . .
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