Mixed messages over Solomons-US security deal
THE United States Coast Guard has sent a ship to the Solomon Islands ahead of a maritime security agreement between the two countries.
81 PNG public bodies miss reports, exposing deep compliance failure
EIGHTY-one of Papua New Guinea’s 145 government agencies and provincial administrations failed to submit mandatory 2025 annual performance reports.
Drawing a line in the ocean
FOR decades, the finalisation of a maritime boundary between Vanuatu and New Caledonia has been blocked by a dispute with France over two uninhabited islands in the South Pacific.
Honouring Papua New Guinea’s legacy
PAPUA New Guinea’s National Remembrance Day was marked with a call to look beyond World War II and also honour the pioneers, workers and communities that helped shape the nation.
Jackson’s airport redevelopment key to PNG’s regional hub plans
THE redevelopment of Jackson’s International Airport in Papua New Guinea’s capital, Port Moresby, has been described as a major investment ins aviation, tourism and trade ambitions.
Fears rise after Solomons mine collapse
EMERGENCY response teams have rushed to Solomon Islands largest gold mine after a reported tunnel collapse early today.
FCC urges responsible Christian witness in schools
THE Fiji Council of Churches has called for Christian teaching in schools to be conducted responsibly, following public concern over a recent religious session held at a school.
PM Wale holds bilateral talks with Japan’s Prime Minister
SOLOMON Islands Prime Minister Matthew Wale has reaffirmed his government’s commitment to strengthening ties with Japan during bilateral talks with Japanese counterpart Sanae Takaichi in Tokyo.