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
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Pacific leaders push for stronger EU partnership
PACIFIC ACP Leaders are pushing for stronger and more effective partnerships with the European Union, with implementation of the Samoa Agreement and delivery of tangible outcomes for Pacific countries at the centre of
PACNEWS TWO, Thursday 27 August 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — Taiwan Foreign minister heads to Palau for island meet2. PACIFIC — Japan shipping proposal raises Pacific concerns over emissions targets3. GUAM — Moylan introduces bill
PNG landowners urged to keep customary land for tourism, small businesses
THE upgraded Gurney Airport in Papua New Guinea is set to serve as the gateway to a new era of tourism growth in Milne Bay, creating opportunities for customary landowners to generate sustainable income while preserving
PACNEWS THREE, Wednesday 26 August 2026
In this bulletin: 1. SOL — Three Permanent Secretaries sworn in to lead key government ministries2. VAN — Vanuatu Government reaffirms One-China Policy3. PACIFIC — Environmental review of seabed mining
Wale calls for stronger development cooperation
SOLOMON Islands Prime Minister Matthew Wale wants better alignment between development partners and national priorities and help deliver tangible results for the
PACNEWS THREE, 21 AUGUST 2026
In this bulletin: 1. FIJI — Fiji’s Commercial Use of Marine Areas Bill fails to restore Qoliqoli ownership: Rewa Chief2. PACIFIC — China ‘likely’ ran targeted campaign to align Pacific with its latest
PACNEWS TWO, 21 AUGUST 2026
In this bulletin: 1. FIJI — Climate Change Minister Tabuya calls for stronger Youth voice in Fiji’s COP31 preparations2. PACIFIC — Pacific Youth climate statement ready for COP313. PACIFIC — House
PACNEWS SPORTS, 21 AUGUST 2026
In this bulletin: 1. RUGBY LEAGUE — Melbourne Storm prop Tui Kamikamica announces retirement2. RUGBY — Fiji Rugby Players Association urges review of overseas offers before signing3. FOOTBALL —
PACNEWS THREE, 19 AUGUST 2026
In this bulletin: 1. UN — Tonga nominates Ecuadorian diplomat in race to be next UN chief2. USA — U.S sued as it pushes to auction massive tracks of water around American Samoa3. PACIFIC — Pacific
PACNEWS SPORTS, 19 AUGUST 2026
In this bulletin: 1. RUGBY — Nakarawa returns home to join Fijian Drua2. FOOTBALL — OFC Men’s Champions League 2026 will be held in Ba on Wednesday3. BADMINTON — Pacific representatives
Fiji formally joins landmark Pacific Rugby League Partnership
FIJI has joined the Pacific Rugby League Partnership, with Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka and Fiji Minister for Youth and Sports Jese Saukuru signing the Statement of Intent in Parliament
PACNEWS SPORTS, 18 AUGUST 2026
In this bulletin: 1. RUGBY LEAGUE — Fiji formally joins landmark Pacific Rugby League Partnership2. RUGBY LEAGUE — Young players are key to ARLC’s long term plans in Fiji3. RUGBY LEAGUE
Samoa’s former prime minister calls for Pacific governments to share power with citizens
SAMOA’S former prime minister Fiamē Naomi Mataʻafa has called for governments across the Pacific to create formal platforms where citizens, non-government organisations and governments can work
Speciality private hospital anchors UTOF-FNU investment plan
A SPECIALITY private hospital is at the centre of a proposed investment of more than $FJD200 million by UTOF and Fiji National
PACNEWS TWO, 14 AUGUST 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — Pacific Ministers call for stronger financing to tackle gender-based violence2. PACIFIC — New Pacific database tracks US$3.7 billion in maritime investment3. AUST —
PNG PM urges Australian businesses to invest now as decade of growth opens
PAPUA New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape urged Australian businesses to deepen their investment in the country, saying the next decade would bring major resource projects, infrastructure development and closer
PACNEWS THREE, 11 AUGUST 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — Cocaine trafficking surge in Pacific region fuels China policing fears, Australia a ‘cash cow’ for cartels2. PACIFIC — CROP and UN leaders strengthen Pacific coordination3.
PACNEWS THREE 10 AUGUST 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — Australia maintains $5.2b Aid Programme as Pacific takes priority2. PACIFIC — Missile test crosses multiple Pacific EEZs3. TONGA — Two by-elections to be held after Tonga
Nuclear justice, climate resilience top Marshall Islands president’s parliamentary agenda
MARSHALL Islands President Hilda C. Heine called for stronger national security, climate adaptation and public-sector reform as parliament resumed, warning that geopolitical tensions, extreme weather and rising living
PACNEWS SPORTS, 06 AUGUST 2026
In this bulletin: 1. RUGBY — Fijiana’s physicality looming as key test for Springboks2. RUGBY — Former Manu Samoa coach’s application for stay of sentence denied3. FOOTBALL — Oceania football
PACNEWS SPORTS, 05 AUGUST 2026
In this bulletin: 1. RUGBY — Lakapi Sāmoa must look beyond rugby politics and build for the future – Ken Ah Kuoi2. RUGBY — Willie Walker is Fijiana XV head coach3. RUGBY — ‘Collision wins
PACNEWS THREE, 03 AUGUST 2026
In this bulletin: 1. UN — UN Chief warns El Niño is intensifying climate crisis as extreme heat escalates2. UN — Strong El Niño ahead, UN weather agency warns3. VAN — Vanuatu Government maintains
