PACNEWS TWO, Wednesday 9 September 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — ‘New level of bastardry’: Australia releases NZYQ agreement with Naoero2. SOL — Solomon Islands PM clarifies Oppositions concerns over government policy and 2027
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PACNEWS SPORTS, Wednesday 9 September 2026
In this bulletin: 1. FOOTBALL — Tahiti and New Zealand pick up wins as both sides head for the semi-finals2. FOOTBALL — We gave our best: Franklin3. FOOTBALL — CIFA confirms U14 girls academy squad for
PACNEWS ONE, 09 SEPTEMBER 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — New Pacific Islands Forum partner model set for first test in NZ2. PACIFIC — El Niño impacts on Pacific forecast to last well into 20273. FIJI — Fiji’s HIV crisis
Two decades on, Fexco Pacific is still a local story
At an airport counter in Nadi, a shopping mall branch in Auckland, or a high-street location in Nuku’alofa, the
SPREP, Conservation International strengthen partnership on conservation and climate resilience
THE Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) and Conservation International (CI) have signed a five-year agreement aimed at strengthening nature conservation and climate resilience across the
PACNEWS THREE, Tuesday 8 September 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — “We are doing more than most” — GCF on adaptation finance2. PACIFIC — Winston Peters backs NZ citizenship test for Super and voting as Pacific impact unclear3. PACIFIC
PACNEWS TWO, Tuesday 8 September 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — “We need to make Pacific economies more resilient”: Green Climate Fund2. PACIFIC — Forum Leaders endorse Kava declaration, fisheries fund review and regional labour
PACNEWS SPORTS, Tuesday 8 September 2026
In this bulletin: 1. FOOTBALL — Samoa and New Caledonia kickstart Group B with wins in Honiara2. FOOTBALL — New Caledonia show plenty of spirit in defeat by China at FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup3. FOOTBALL
Pacific youth adopt climate demands ahead of COP31
PACIFIC youth have adopted a unified climate statement calling for action to protect the 1.5°C survival threshold, deliver accessible
New report shows learning gains across the Pacific, but continued action needed
The Pacific Community (SPC) today marked International Literacy Day with the launch of the Pacific Islands Literacy and Numeracy
PACNEWS THREE, Monday 7 September 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — Pacific nations push for stronger protection of reefs that can survive the climate emergency2. PACIFIC — Solomon Islands, U.S sign deal to restore Peace Corps programme3.
PACNEWS SPORTS, Monday 7 September 2026
In this bulletin: 1. FOOTBALL — New Zealand and Fiji win big on opening day2. FOOTBALL — Defending champions advance after second matchday in Group B3. FOOTBALL — Late penalty sinks brave Junior
PACNEWS THREE, Friday 4 September 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — Transparency International calls for accountability in Pacific climate finance2. PACIFIC — Pacific Leaders lock in Forum hosts to 20313. SOL — Solomon Islands PM Wale
PACNEWS TWO, 04 SEPTEMBER 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — GCF doubles Pacific Climate Finance as demand surges2. PACIFIC — Forum leaders tighten Pacific position on oceans, fisheries and deep sea minerals3. PACIFIC — Forum’s
PACNEWS ONE, 04 SEPTEMBER 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — Forum Leaders back reform, Climate action and stronger Pacific unity: Palau President Whipps2. PACIFIC — Forum Leaders demand warning after China missile test over Pacific,
Pacific leaders unite on eye health ahead of first Global Summit
Meeting on the sidelines of the 55th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting in Palau, the Vice President and Minister for Health of
Forum outcomes highlight “complex and challenging strategic environment”
AS delegations head home from the 55th Pacific Islands Forum in Koror, capital of the Republic of Palau, the region’s presidents,
Pacific health leaders commit to future-ready resilient health systems
PACIFIC Health Leaders reinforced the importance of resilient, equitable, and future-ready health systems grounded in Pacific priorities, country realities, and government leadership as they concluded the 17th Pacific
World Bank reaffirms support for Solomon Islands energy reforms
PACIFIC Island countries need to work together to reduce transport, freight, and insurance costs for fuel imported from Singapore, in addition to national-level price reduction
Pacific leaders urged to turn regional commitments into action
IN Koror, Palau, Pacific leaders have been urged to move beyond regional commitments and deliver practical outcomes as the 55th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Plenary Meeting gets
‘Enough talking, we need action’: Remengesau
PACIFIC leaders and development partners must move beyond strategic commitments and deliver practical action that improves the daily lives of Pacific people, a leading Palauan disability rights advocate has told a
Pacific Resilience Facility pilots community grants
For the women of the Ngrangmui Women’s Group in Palau, a small grant from the Pacific Resilience Facility helped buy equipment for
Guam seeks full PIF membership
GUAM Governor Lou Leon Guerrero has called for Guam to be granted full membership of the Pacific Islands Forum, saying the island’s political status should not determine whether its voice is heard in the
