Ocean defender calls for scaling up Pacific stewardship
AT the close of the 5th Pacific Human Rights Film Festival in Suva, the screening of Oceans with David Attenborough sparked a vital conversation on the urgent need to protect our
Another Paris earthquake sends tsunamis to the Pacific
ACROSS the Pacific islands, people know that earthquakes can trigger tsunamis that travel across vast
From independence to Pacific leadership
OCTOBER 10, 1970, was a milestone for Fiji as it regained its independence after close to a century of British colonial rule.
Free to dream: A young voice on Fiji’s future
AS Fiji celebrates 55 years of independence, the significance of this milestone resonates deeply with its youth, who see it not just as a historical marker but as a living
Briefs
American Samoa IN a significant move aimed at environmental protection, American Samoa has formally opposed deep-sea mining in its
Voices rise for PNG
AS Papua New Guinea (PNG) prepares to mark another year of independence, many are reflecting on how far the country has come and where it is headed
Movers and Shakers
DR Malouamaua Tu’ualofaifo has been appointed Acting CEO of the American Samoa Medical Center (LBJ Tropical Medical Center) through a recess appointment by Governor Lemanu P. S.
Leaders hail ICJ opinion, look for action
IN Honiara, participants at this week’s Pacific Islands Forum have hailed last July’s International Court of Justice advisory opinion on climate change. For President of Kiribati Taneti Maamau, “the ICJ advisory
High-level officials to brief Forum leaders on partnerships
AS Pacific Islands Forum presidents and prime ministers hold their annual leaders retreat this Thursday, they’ll be briefed on regional engagement with donors and partners by a group of regional veterans – the
SIS leaders push for action
SMALLER Island States leaders met ahead of the Pacific Islands Forum to align their agenda before talks with larger members like Australia and New
