Efficiently Connecting the Pacific: The 737 MAX Advantage
During the long winter, many travelers dream of warmer weather, sandy beaches and the clear blue waters of the South
Connectivity
Timor-Leste welcomes Aero Dili’s new Darwin service
TRAVEL to Timor-Leste becomes easier with the introduction of Aero Dili’s direct flights between Dili and Darwin.
Pacific leaders told to move on financial exclusion, not just discuss it
MARSHALL Islands President Hilda Heine opened the (PIF) 2026 Forum Economic Ministers Meeting (FEMM) in Majuro this week, urging
Port Vila launches free Wi-Fi service
FREE Wi-Fi is now available on the Port Vila waterfront. Officials made the announcement during 51st anniversary celebrations of the
Pacific aviation ministers chart bold course for a more connected, resilient region
The 4th Regional Aviation Ministers Meeting delivered a clear mandate for regional cooperation, new international partnerships, and
PACNEWS THREE, 02 JUNE 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — Quad’s Fiji port plan will challenge China’s Pacific supply-chain dominance2. FIJI — Pasifika for Palestine Australia and APAN condemn Israeli Embassy opening in Fiji3.
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
Communities share internet burden
WHILE internet users in many parts of the world debate buffering speeds and data caps, there are communities across the
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
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
National Digital Week kicks off in Vanuatu
VANUATU has launched National Digital Week, bringing together government agencies, telecom providers, emergency
PACNEWS TWO, 13 MAY 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — Tuvalu to launch historic first National Ocean Policy on World Ocean Day2. PACIFIC — Tonga to launch National Ocean Policy in 20263. PACIFIC — Palau pushes blue economy
Fiji Airways and WestJet Announce New Codeshare Partnership, Expanding Travel Between Canada and the South Pacific
13 May 2026 - Nadi, Fiji - Fiji Airways and WestJet have today announced a new codeshare partnership, enhancing connectivity
Modernise now
A CRITICAL focus on the urgent need to modernise and enhance aviation systems across Asia and the Pacific has
Northen Fiji’s path to tourism growth
NOTHERN Fiji has the capacity to grow tourism but faces access and infrastructure barriers that limit visitor numbers and development.
Fiji Airways Celebrates 10 Years of Flying to Singapore
9 April 2026 – Nadi, Fiji: Fiji Airways is marking a major milestone as it celebrates 10 years of connecting Fiji to
New infrastructure initiatives to elevate Fiji’s tourism appeal
MODERNISING aviation infrastructure is central to unlocking new tourism opportunities and regional
Pacific aviation must rethink connectivity
PACIFIC aviation is at a crossroads, with high operational costs, limited connectivity, and outdated infrastructure posing challenges for the region’s tourism and economic
Fiji Airways confirms premium event partnership for Fiji Tourism Exchange 2026
FIJI, 30 January 2026 – Tourism Fiji is pleased to announce Fiji Airways as the Premium Event Partner for the Fiji Tourism Exchange
