New infrastructure initiatives to elevate Fiji’s tourism appeal
MODERNISING aviation infrastructure is central to unlocking new tourism opportunities and regional
VILIAME TAWANAKORO
PACNEWS THREE, 27 MARCH 2026
In this bulletin: 1. FIJI — Fiji leads in tertiary education but faces pressure on jobs and quality: UNESCO report2. UN — 273 million out of school3. PACIFIC — Pacific Ministers position regional
PACNEWS TWO, 27 MARCH 2026
In this bulletin: 1. NZ/TUV — New Zealand pledges $20 million to Tuvalu, leaders agree to an eventual treaty2. COOKS — Cook Islands govt urged to act as New Zealand funding freeze drags on3. FIJI —
‘This for That’ campaign to eliminate single-use plastics
THE Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) has launched the groundbreaking ‘This for That’ campaign at the South Pacific Tourism
OVER 500 INDUSTRY PARTNERS GATHER FOR FIJI TOURISM EXCHANGE 2026
FIJI, 27 MARCH 2026 – The Fiji Tourism Exchange (FTE) 2026 officially opened today at the Sheraton Fiji Golf & Beach
Pacific tourism urged to sell safety amid global uncertainty
THE Pacific is being urged to position itself as a “safe haven” for global travellers amid geopolitical tensions reshaping tourism
Fiji reactivates TAG amidst Middle East crisis
THE Fijian Government has reactivated the Tourism Action Group (TAG) as the escalating Middle East crisis drives up
Legal showdown in Solomons political deadlock
SOLOMON Islands Prime Minister, Jeremiah Manele, faces a court battle as 28 members of parliament challenge
Fiji Airways stands firm on Pacific routes
THE region’s largest airline has promised to continue its services from the Pacific to major global hubs despite the war in
Vanuatu Tourism CEO: Champions key to crisis management
INDUSTRY champions are essential for effective crisis management. That’s the message from Vanuatu Tourism Office CEO Adela Issachar
Pacific women in business shine at inaugural exhibition
CULTURE and entrepreneurial talent were on display as vendors from six Pacific countries displayed unique
PACNEWS ONE, 27 MARCH 2026
In this bulletin: 1. SOL — New Solomon Islands Opposition Coalition seeks Court ruling on Political deadlock2. NZ/TUVALU — Tuvalu, NZ deepen ties as PM Teo calls for cautious approach to deep sea mining3.
PACNEWS THREE, 26 MARCH 2026
In this bulletin: 1. UN — UNEP pushes to host BBNJ Secretariat as talks enter critical phase2. PACIFIC — PSIDS push for strong, accountable Ocean governance at BBNJ talks in New York3. FIJI — USP study
PACNEWS TWO, 26 MARCH 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — Think tank report says U.S military treats Guam as a ‘disposable asset’2. PACIFIC — Pasifika Communities University flags funding challenge, pushes community model to
Drua coach unhappy with the heat protocols
THE Fijian Drua are back on the road this week as they take on the Auckland Blues in Eden Park this
USP study finds microplastics
A STUDY by the University of the South Pacific (USP) has established the first baseline evidence of microplastics in Fiji’s drinking
PACNEWS SPORTS, 26 MARCH 2026
In this bulletin: 1. RUGBY — ‘Ikale Tahi prop Latu set for Super Rugby Pacific debut – Moana Pasifika2. RUGBY — Umaga eyes strong finish with ‘struggling’ Moana Pasifika before All Blacks
Australia – running on empty
AUSTRALIA holds just 38 days of petrol reserves and still treats geographic distance as a substitute for genuine
PACNEWS ONE, 26 MARCH 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — Scholars warn Micronesia in the crossfire as militarisation rises2. PACIFIC — Pasifika Communities University targets student success with Pacific-led learning model3. PACIFIC
Waterfall, Melsisi and Larimaat Pico-Hydro Power Stations on Pentecost officially launched and handed over to the Vanuatu Government
Watefall and Melsisi, Pentecost Island, Vanuatu — 24 March 2026 — The Government of Vanuatu, together with the Ambassador of
PACNEWS THREE, 25 MARCH 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — Pacific faces ‘Polycrisis’ as Security pressures intensify — Forum report2. PACIFIC — Pacific islands urged to pool traditional knowledge and diverse practices to provide
PACNEWS TWO, 25 MARCH 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — Pasifika Communities University positions Pacific knowledge at the centre of higher education2. PACIFIC — Scientists endorse restoration of commercial fishing in Pacific
PACNEWS ONE, 25 MARCH 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — WCPFC report shows record Pacific tuna catch, warns of climate change risks2. TONGA — Tonga PM welcomes U.S deal to explore deep-sea minerals amid environmental concerns3.
