Fiji expects heavy rain as TC Urmil passes by

PARTS of Fiji have started to experience heavy rain as Tropical Cyclone Urmil moves southeast past the

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NZ prepares to help its people as US and Israel attacks Iran

NEW Zealand diplomatic missions in the Middle East are closely monitoring the conflict between the United States, Israel, and

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Partnership for progress between EU and FFA

THE Pacific Tuna fishery underpins national budgets and economic resilience for many member countries. Recognition of the

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PNG Hekari FC secures first OFC win after thumping Vanuatu United FC

VANUATU United FC came off a great victory against Solomon Kings to take on PNG Hekari

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€EUR20 million to boost Pacific Ocean governance and sustainability

THE launch of Phase Two of the Pacific European Union (EU) Marine Partnership Programme (PEUMP) marks a continued and expanded

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Fiji and US sign landmark deal to boost economic growth

THE Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) and the Government of Fiji have signed a Compact Development Funding

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US funds Fiji’s fight against maritime crime

FIJI will intensify its crackdown on maritime crime with a $USD 500,000 boost from the United States, targeting illegal

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US Deputy Secretary of State welcomed in Fiji

THE United States Deputy Secretary of State, Christopher Landau, received a warm welcome this morning through a traditional

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Fijian Drua blow Hurricanes away to secure first win

THE rain poured heavily as the Fijian Drua took on the Wellington Hurricanes at home on Lautoka’s Churchill

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Slow starters Melbourne FC grind out 4-1 win over South Island United FC

ANY trans-Tasman battle is guaranteed to be full of energy and passion. The OFC Pro League clash between the two was no

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Fiji faces a drug crisis

FIJI’S Police Minister, Iowane Naivalurua, has labelled the country’s escalating drug problem a national

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Reporting corruption: Pacific voices call for change

CORRUPTION remains one of the top concerns for citizens across the Pacific, with communities calling for more sustained investigative

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Pacific to host key COP31 climate events

THE Pacific Islands Forum will host key climate events leading up to COP31, Forum Chair and Solomon Islands Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele

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Pacific must defeat corruption to prosper

A REGIONAL academic has warned that the Pacific cannot achieve peace or prosperity unless it confronts corruption head-on, calling it a “tapeworm” quietly draining the region’s

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Multi-year commitment to improving Pacific fisheries management

FRANCE’S direct funding and support commitments included €EUR1.3 million worth of equipment in 2025, and €EUR2

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Fiji’s Law Society calls for compliance

FIJI’S law society has urged President Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu to immediately comply with recommendations from the Judicial

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Ludwig Scotty dies at 77

FORMER Nauru President Ludwig Derangadage Scotty has died after a short

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Aqorau back as SINU boss

PROFESSOR Transform Aqorau has been reappointed Vice-Chancellor of the Solomon Islands National University

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Emperor Naruhito’s birthday marks a milestone in Fiji–Japan relations

A FORMAL toast marked the 66th birthday of Japan’s Emperor Naruhito and highlighted the strong and respectful diplomatic ties between

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Room shortage at USP – students await housing and answers

AS the University of the South Pacific (USP) enters its second week of classes, a severe accommodation crisis has left

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French navy supports Pacific fisheries surveillance initiatives

FRANCE plays a key role in managing a vast Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) in the Pacific, supporting

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Bougainville government takes control of copper assets

THE Autonomous Bougainville Government (ABG) has consolidated its control over the island’s largest potential economic

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Gizo hotel boosts Solomons tourism

SOLOMON tourism continues to increase its inventory – this time with a 16-bed hotel in

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Vanuatu United surprise Solomon Kings to win 2-nil

VANUATU United were definitely underdogs going in against the Solomon Kings FC. In front of a small crowd for OFC Pro League Round Three in

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