PACNEWS TWO, 16 OCTOBER 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — Pacific Islands hit hardest by food and fuel shock, IMF says2. PACIFIC — IMF warns Pacific, low-income Asian economies face growth downgrades3. PACIFIC — Guam, CNMI brace
Fiji
PACNEWS SPORTS, 16 OCTOBER 2026
In this bulletin: 1. RUGBY LEAGUE — Bostock hat-trick inspires Kangaroos to thrilling 24-22 win over Kiwis in World Cup opener2. RUGBY LEAGUE — TNRL rejects claims it is blocking Tonga from using
PACNEWS ONE, 16 OCTOBER 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — After U.S accuses Fijian of corruption for China, experts warn of region-wide network2. PACIFIC — Australian sea drones to combat Pacific drug crime3. PACIFIC — Pacific
Fiji Rings the Bell for Financial Literacy with Focus on Combating Scams
The South Pacific Stock Exchange (SPX) today joined stock exchanges around the world in ringing the bell for financial literacy, bringing together financial regulators, consumer protection agencies, education leaders,
Fiji youth leader takes peace message to global forum
A FIJIAN youth leader is calling for young people to take a leading role in building peace after joining youth representatives from
Indonesian hospital ship treats 504 patients during Fiji visit
THE Indonesian Navy hospital ship KRI dr. Wahidin Sudirohusodo-991 has wrapped up its Fiji visit after two days of medical services
Fiji remains on US trafficking watch list as convictions stall
FIJI failed for a second consecutive year to show overall progress against human trafficking and secured no convictions,
Kiribati makes history with football title win in Fiji
TE EITEI, the Kiribati national football team, made history last week after winning the international tournament in Fiji. Kiribati
Investing in peace and regional resilience
TAIWAN must invest in security if it is to live in peace. The Taiwanese Trade Representative to Fiji, David Wu, said that by
Indonesia’s naval hospital ship visits Fiji
INDONESIA’S naval hospital ship, KRI dr. Wahidin Sudirohusodo-991, is in Fiji from October 9 to 13 as part of a Pacific goodwill
Fiji pledges $10m to Pacific Resilience Facility
FIJI has pledged USD$10 million to the Pacific Resilience Facility (PRF), as Pacific leaders and international partners step up efforts
Electoral commission prepares for referendum, postal vote applications open
FIJI’S Electoral Commission and Elections Office have started preparations for a National Referendum on the country’s Constitution
Shangri-La Fiji Ranks in Regional Top 5 of Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards
Shangri-La Yanuca Island, Fiji has been ranked fifth among the Top Resorts in Australia and South Pacific in Condé Nast Traveler’s
Filling a void: How UniFiji built the Pacific’s first volcanology programme
THE rumblings started in December of 2021, and the eruption climaxed on January 15th, 2022. "The first explosion ... our ears were
PACNEWS TWO, 06 OCTOBER 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — Japan labour shortage opens opportunities for skilled Pacific workers2. PACIFIC — Pacific risks are human risks, warning must be heeded: Fiji PM Rabuka3. PACIFIC — Fiji
PACNEWS SPORTS, 06 OCTOBER 2026
In this bulletin: 1. RUGBY LEAGUE — Saifiti boosts Fiji Bati forward depth for World Cup2. RUGBY LEAGUE — ‘Freak’ Nawaqanitawase catches Wallabies’ eyes before Rugby return3. RUGBY
PACNEWS ONE, 06 OCTOBER 2026
In this bulletin: 1. FIJI — Fiji to hold constitutional referendum on 09 December: PM Rabuka2. PACIFIC — Pacific pre-COP opens with call for action on 1.5 to stay alive3. PACIFIC — PNG commits PGK25
PACNEWS SPORTS, 05 OCTOBER 2026
In this bulletin: 1. RUGBY LEAGUE — Roosters beat Knights to claim sweet 16th in NRL2. RUGBY LEAGUE — Prime Minister’s XIIIs thrash PNG in 11- and 12-try victories in Port Moresby3. RUGBY LEAGUE
French delegation to visit Fiji hospitals
FIJI-based Pacific Specialist Healthcare could soon host a French health delegation as officials explore specialist treatment
Fiji carrier offers increased seats
AN additional 125,000 additional airline seats should become available in 2027 as Fiji responds to strong demand for travel to the
Pacific wants Pre-COP action, finance
HOSTING Pre-COP31 in Fiji could put Pacific climate priorities at the centre of global negotiations and push world leaders towards action, says Conservation International’s Mere Lakeba.
PACNEWS THREE, 01 OCTOBER 2026
In this bulletin: 1. FIJI — Fiji Electoral Commission tightens campaign rules ahead of the General Election2. FIJI — Mothers and babies pay the price as Fiji’s HIV emergency worsens3. USA — U.S
PACNEWS SPORTS, 01 OCTOBER 2026
In this bulletin: 1. RUGBY — Lakapi Samoa unhappy with Oceania Sevens cancellation2. FOOTBALL — Bula Boys reach MSG final3. FOOTBALL — Oceania’s Future Stars Set for OFC U-15 Boys Development
