Tuvalu calls for “transformational change” at GEF Assembly
TUVALU’S Minister for Environment, Maina Vakafua Talia, has urged governments and partners at the 8th Assembly of the Global
VILIAME TAWANAKORO
Samoa presses for easier climate funding as 2030 deadline nears
SAMOA wants the Global Environment Facility Assembly to simplify and expand climate and environmental financing for small island
Pacific Disability Forum Marks World Day for Assistive Technology
The Pacific Disability Forum (PDF) proudly joins the global community in commemorating the World Day for Assistive Technology (World AT
El Niño on the Way: Pacific Communities Urged to Prepare as WMO Confirms Developing Conditions
The Pacific Regional Climate Centre (Pacific RCC) is drawing attention to the latest El Niño/La Niña Update issued by
Vodafone Kiribati: Driving Digital Connectivity and Inclusion in the Pacific
Vodafone Kiribati is at the forefront of keeping one of the world’s most dispersed countries connected. The
Domestic market key, says Lulutai Airlines CEO
ENSURING they keep the local market connected tops the list of priorities for Tonga’s domestic airline, Lulutai
Cruise tourism returns to Yasawa-i-Rara, highlighting a model for remote tourism growth
Cruise tourism is bringing fresh income and renewed optimism to Yasawa-i-Rara in Fiji’s Yasawa Group, as improvedmaritime access
New Chief Executive Officer appointed to lead Australia-Pacific business councils
THE Australia Pacific Islands Business Council, Australia Papua New Guinea Business Council and Australia Fiji Business Council
Air Rarotonga adds fuel surcharge amid tourism capacity concerns
AIR Rarotonga has introduced a fuel surcharge in response to the Middle East crisis, as the Cook Islands shifts from promoting
It’s never too late
“NEVER believe it’s too late to study,” says Jovesa Saumaki, who recently graduated from the Fiji National University (FNU),
Air Kiribati holds steady on fuel costs, eyes 24/7 airport operations
AIR Kiribati Chairman Kevin Rouatu says the national carrier has yet to feel any fuel price increase from the Middle East
Air Vanuatu: Partner up or perish
AIR Vanuatu Chairman Robin Deamer says the government stepped in with fuel subsidies to prevent ticket price hikes amid the Middle
Solomon Airlines chief tackles fuel costs, weak air deals
SOLOMON Airlines' new Chief Executive says the carrier has absorbed soaring fuel costs through gradual fare restructuring rather
ASPA Chairman: Small scale remains biggest hurdle
THE small scale of Pacific aviation operations remains the region’s most persistent challenge, according to Association of South
Tourism resilient, but air access still a challenge: SPTO
RESILIENT is how Chris Crocker of the Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) described the industry citing data that shows
Aviation and tourism are vital for the Pacific, says Deputy PM
THE Cook Islands is bucking the global trend by expanding its flight connectivity, Deputy Prime Minister Albert Nicholas told
IATA looks to strengthen cooperation with ASPA
THE International Air Transport Association (IATA) is looking to strengthen partnerships with airlines in the region according to
Wale is new Solomons PM
MATTHEW Wale has been elected Solomon Islands Prime Minister in a narrow 26–22 vote in Honiara this hour. The former Opposition
Pacific nations boost understanding of BBNJ treaty framework
PACIFIC Island countries are strengthening their understanding of the international Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction
Pacific faces brutal energy truth
IF we’re not at the table, we’re not on the menu.It is a sharp line that captures the urgency Pacific leaders are feeling as
ONE STRATEGY, MANY HANDS: Navigating the Blue Pacific vision
PACIFIC Islands Forum Secretary General Baron Waqa has called for a new era of honesty, leadership, and collective discipline as
Niue makes historic shift towards greater female leadership
NIUE has elected seven women to its 20-member legislative assembly in a dramatic and historic shift in leadership
