Sweeping Kagoshima’s waters
Aboard the Kinko In Kagoshima, Japan, an organisation is taking a proactive approach to floating ocean pollution, ‘sweeping’ the local port five days a week. The Kagoshima Seikoukai Marine Group is a membership
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Galoa women turning trash into cash
In Fiji, a group of 15 dedicated women has been doing their part to create a circular economy by turning plastic trash into cash. Based in the coastal village of Galoa, the Bulikula Women’s Plastics Group was
The silent menace of plastics
From the moment we awaken to the chime of our plastic alarm clock, our day is entangled in a web of plastic – from the toothbrush we use, to the shampoo bottles we squeeze, to the plastic lids on our milk cartons.
Under Siege: Plastic Pollution Threatens Solomon Islands marine life
The sun rises over the crystal-clear waters of the Solomon Islands, casting a warm glow on the nation’s pristine beaches and lush rainforests. But beneath the surface lies a growing menace – plastic pollution.
A solution that goes back to “Meritous Earth”
It’s a fact. Plastic straws are harmful to the environment, and awareness over the harm they cause has been described as a “lightbulb moment” for the move away from single-use plastics. Terra Merita has an
Pacific faces new battle: plastic addiction
It’s a familiar story. While Pacific negotiators recently emerged disappointed but resolute over the result of the climate change negotiations in Dubai, they are also engaged on a new front; a treaty to govern the
Dubai dispatch: Pacific views on Loss and Damage
Sera Tikotikovatu-Sefeti reports from COP28 “If you are not making any moves on climate mitigation, on reducing or phasing out fossil fuel then this is just blood money.” This is the view of General Secretary of the
Analysis: Steps forward on Loss and Damage at COP28
When Fiji was hit by Cyclone Winston in 2015, it caused F$2 billion worth of loss and damage. The Fiji government’s official post-disaster assessment highlighted many adverse impacts. Nearly 40,000 people required
Fiji Business Briefs: Fiji Airways, Cisco + USP
Fiji Airways has commenced direct flights between Nadi and New Caledonia with the inaugural flight departing Nadi International Airport Thursday afternoon. The service will run twice weekly (on Mondays and Thursdays),
USP Council reappoints Ahluwalia
The University of the South Pacific Council has reappointed Professor Pal Ahluwalia as Vice-Chancellor and President. A meeting of the Council made the decision today. It was chaired by the Acting Pro-Chancellor and
Fiji Airways wins big at PM’s awards
Fiji Airways dominated at the Prime Minister’s International Business Awards on Saturday night. Fiji Airways won the Supreme Award, with Investment Fiji saying the company stood out across all categories demonstrating
Lautoka foreshore redevelopment deal signed
Fiji Ports Corporation Ltd and the Australian Government have signed a deal to look at redevelopment options for the Lautoka foreshore. The A$380,000 (FJ$558,000) grant will pay for a high-level feasibility study to
Fiji Business: Corporate philanthropy updates
The team at IHG’s Fiji hotels have raised FJ$50,000 for children’s cancer charity WOWs Kids Fiji. Staff at the InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort and Spa, Grand Pacific Hotel and Holiday Inn Suva participated
Kinetic Growth Fund acquires 3 Suva properties
Kinetic Growth Fund (KGF) has acquired three key Suva properties from Kelton Investments. The properties, which were valued at FJ$13.3 million, were acquired in exchange for a mix of cash and equity. They are Naibati
Fiji Business Movers and Shakers
Publicly listed Fiji TV has appointed three directors to the company; Nesbitt Hazelman, Seini Nabou and Josua Satavu. Pleass director, Fonmanu Ostanu Rupeni has passed away. In a statement to the SPX, Pleass’
RBF ups Fiji economic growth projection
The Reserve Bank of Fiji has upwardly revised Fiji’s 2023 economic growth forecast to 8.2%. The RBF had earlier said Fiji’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) would grow by 8%. RBF Governor and Chair of the
“The Spirit of Do Kamo”: church youth delegates meet in New Caledonia
As the bus traverses the Col des rousettes – a pass through New Caledonia’s central mountain chain – the guitars come out. Heading towards the east coast town of Waa wi Lûû (Houaïlou), the bus resonates to
Forum outcomes cover environment, security and gender
Meeting in Cook Islands, Pacific Islands Forum leaders confirmed former President of Nauru Baron Waqa as the next Secretary General of the Forum Secretariat, taking over from Henry Puna in 2024. A major focus of the
Forum leaders appointed Baron Waqa as next Forum Secretary General, endorse the 2050 Strategy
Pacific Islands Forum leaders have reaffirmed the decision taken under the Suva Agreement with the appointment of former president of Nauru Baron Waqa as the next Secretary General. This was announced by Forum Chairman
Forum wants action on climate finance and Loss and Damage
RAROTONGA/PACIFIC ISLANDS FORUM 2023: As the region faces an El Nino summer and Vanuatu reels from the devastation of Cyclone Lola – the third Category 5 cyclone to hit the nation in seven months – it’s no
Challenging times for regionalism in Rarotonga
Pacific Islands Forum 2023: Every September, the opening of the United Nations General Assembly provides an opportunity for presidents, prime ministers and heads of states to highlight their views on global challenges.