PACNEWS TWO, 24 SEPTEMBER 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — ‘We cannot over-manage and over-regulate the media’ — Fiji Deputy PM Kamikamica2. PACIFIC — ‘This is not a walk in the park’: Wesley on healing Fiji’s media after
Cooperation
Fiji pushes defence role in crime fight
FIJI is pushing for greater use of defence capabilities to support law enforcement agencies as transnational organised crime becomes
PNG urges Pacific to turn security dialogue into action
PAPUA New Guinea has called for stronger Pacific cooperation and concrete action as security threats across the region become
PACNEWS TWO, 22 SEPTEMBER 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — UNODC urges Pacific to follow the money to disrupt organised crime2. PACIFIC — PINA eyes restructure for greater reach 3. PACIFIC — New Zealand’s Pacific
Pacific Island countries and territories unite at the thirty-seventh Committee on Fisheries (COFI37)
Pacific Island countries and territories have reinforced their collective leadership in sustainable fisheries management at the
Joint operation monitors illegal fishing
TEN Pacific nations conducted a joint military operation to combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing in
PACNEWS ONE, 11 SEPTEMBER 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACFIC — Pacific justice leaders urged to unite against organised crime2. PACIFIC — No community too remote for an effective warning: Tonga’s deputy PM3. PACIFIC — Pacific needs
Pacific justice leaders urged to unite against organised crime
FIJI’S Justice Minister and Acting Attorney General Siromi Turaga says criminal networks are exploiting the region’s
PACNEWS THREE, Wednesday 9 September 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — Pacific climate advocates condemn Australian coal project extension, call out climate hypocrisy2. SOL — Solomon Islands DPM Sade dismisses political link to Australian Treaty
Japan commits to supporting Solomon Islands’ Development Priorities
JAPAN’S remains committed to supporting Solomon Islands’ development priorities, said State Minister for Foreign Affairs, Iwao
Fiji and UAE to explore new trade and investment opportunities
FIJI will welcome United Arab Emirates (UAE) Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Dr Noura bint Mohammed Al Kaabi on an official visit this week, with discussions expected to focus on trade and investment, climate
Pacific security commitments need political will, coordination: Forum panel
THE Pacific has no shortage of security declarations. Still, turning them into action will require sustained political will, stronger regional coordination and a people-centred approach, panellists at a Forum side event
Heine highlights climate, maritime and digital priorities in meeting with Japan
MARSHALL Islands President Hilda C. Heine met Japan State Minister for Foreign Affairs Iwao Horii on the margins of the Pacific Islands Forum, highlighting climate-resilient infrastructure, renewable energy, maritime
PACNEWS TWO, 02 SEPTEMBER 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — Political will needed to break intelligence-sharing barriers: Pacific Leaders told2. PACIFIC — China’s missile test ‘not the act of a friend’: Aust PM Albanese3. PACIFIC
Fiji and Japan deepen cooperation on maritime and energy security
FIJI and Japan have reaffirmed their commitment to stronger bilateral cooperation, with maritime security, energy resilience and public health among the key areas discussed during a high-level meeting in
Partners’ priorities
AS Pacific leaders shape the region’s future, partners share their views on building a thriving Blue Pacific grounded in inclusivity, resilience and
One Pacific, Naoero Airlines explore commercial, operational cooperation
ONE Pacific Airways, Naoero Airlines, are exploring commercial and operational cooperation, including flight scheduling, passenger connections, cargo and
PACNEWS TWO, 06 AUGUST 2026
In this bulletin: 1. FIJI — Fiji says preparations on track for Pre-COP31 Meeting2. PACIFIC — Wong heads to Fiji for Pacific Foreign Ministers Meeting ahead of Palau Summit3. NZ — Calls growing to sack
Solomons, China focus on relations
SOLOMON Islands and China will discuss expanded cooperation this week, a fortnight after Australia signaled its intention to take a greater role in regional defence.
Building a More Resilient Pacific: Taiwan and Fiji’s Partnership in Digital Health and Medical Capacity
Across the Pacific, countries are working to strengthen healthcare systems and improve health outcomes in theface of growing
PACNEWS THREE, 22 JUNE 2026
In this bulletin: 1. TONGA — El Niño declared as drought and cyclone risks increase: Tonga Meteorological Service2. UN — UNESCO launches consultation on fair payment for news in the digital age3. FIJI
PACNEWS THREE, 18 JUNE 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — Australia, PNG push ahead with Pukpuk treaty as Wong backs U.S-Iran Deal2. PACIFIC — Regional security pact proposal gets support3. PACIFIC — Decarbonisation necessary
