Pacific reaffirms regional ownership amid rising geopolitical competition
“OUR agenda must continue to be conceived by the Pacific, shaped by the Pacific, and owned by the
Pacific
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 SPORTS, 11 AUGUST 2026
In this bulletin: 1. RUGBY LEAGUE — PNG Chiefs sign international star Brian To’o2. FOOTBALL — Late Goals Rescue Auckland City FC3. FOOTBALL — Saiko strikes late in AS Tiga sport success4.
PACNEWS ONE, 11 AUGUST 2026
In this bulletin: 1. COOKS — Two-way battle: No clear majority as Cook Islands prepares to head to the polls2. PACIFIC — Pacific stands together to strengthen global voice3. PACIFIC — Philippines
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
PACNEWS ONE, 10 AUGUST 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — Divisions on China missile test threaten to destabilise Pacific Islands Forum2. FIJI — Fiji backs united Pacific stance on missile testing3. PACIFIC — ‘Take note’:
Fiji farmers gain export pathway to the Northern Pacific
MORE than 10,000 contracted farmers from Sigatoka to Rakiraki, located on Fiji's main island of Viti Levu, are poised to gain new export opportunities in the Northern Pacific after the Pacific Islands Development Forum
Pacific Island parties receive $50.42 million under US Tuna Treaty
THE Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA) has delivered a second 2026 payout of $USD50.42 million to Pacific Island Parties under the United States Tuna Treaty, further strengthening one of the region's most
New study to explore how Pacific Gamers build community online
PACIFIC gamers across New Zealand, Australia and the wider Pacific are being recruited for a study examining how online gaming shapes wellbeing, identity, belonging and social relationships.
PACNEWS THREE, 07 AUGUST 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — Wong backs Pacific led regional security talks, says Forum will shape region’s future2. PACIFIC — Pacific ministers to debate China missile statement as diplomats meet in
PACNEWS TWO 07 AUGUST 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — Australian Foreign Minister Wong says Ocean of Peace Alliance builds on Pacific Leaders’ vision for regional security2. PACIFIC — All Pacific Islands Forum Members now linked
PACNEWS SPORTS, 07 AUGUST 2026
In this bulletin: 1. RUGBY — First Nations & Pasifika XV and Tonga to Make History in Inaugural Kaume’a Ofi Trophy Clash2. RUGBY — Two debutants named in Fijiana side for Springboks Test3. RUGBY
PACNEWS ONE, 07 AUGUST 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — Australia pushes for stronger Pacific regionalism at Forum Foreign Ministers meeting2. FIJI — Australia commits FJD$23.5 million to Fiji’s HIV response as Wong backs Vuvale
PACNEWS THREE 06 AUGUST 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — Forum SG Waqa urges Smaller Island States to retain political leadership amid regional reforms2. FIJI — World leaders need to see Pacific climate impacts firsthand: PM Rabuka3.
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
PACNEWS THREE, 05 AUGUST 2026
In this bulletin: 1. AUST — Survey supports a better deal for Pacific workers2. FIJI — Deputy PM Kamikamica dismisses leadership speculation after Fiji Cabinet return3. VAN — New Cancer Centre open to
PACNEWS TWO, 05 AUGUST 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — Forum Strategic Plan sets six priorities to drive 2050 Blue Pacific Vision2. PACIFIC — Pacific preparations underway ahead of Forum Leaders Meeting in Palau3. SOL —
PACNEWS ONE, 05 AUGUST 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — Ship Rider Agreements legally settled, debate should focus on national interest: Dr Aqorau2. PACIFIC — Pacific Women leaders push action on economic resilience, Climate and
Pacific exporters take centre stage at Australia’s largest food trade exhibition
Pacific Trade Invest (PTI) Australia will bring together 15 exporters from eight Pacific economies under its Pacific Showcase at Fine Food Australia 2026, giving the region’s premium food and beverage producers a
PACNEWS THREE, Tuesday 4 August 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — Top U.S admiral warns against coercion, says no nation will dominate Indo-Pacific2. PACIFIC — Pacific health leaders gather to shape future as PMA marks 30 years3. FIJI —
PACNEWS TWO, Tuesday 4 August 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — Pacific climate summit plans shift as Tuvalu pushes world leaders to witness frontline crisis2. NAURU — Nauru, the world’s 3rd-smallest country, changes its name to
PACNEWS SPORTS, Tuesday 4 August 2026
In this bulletin: 1. COMMONWEALTH GAMES — Team Pacific signs off Glasgow26 with a judo medal, Silver Ferns gold as all eyes turn to 20302. COMMONWEALTH GAMES — Tarona Taafaki earns tiny Tuvalu first-ever
PACNEWS ONE, Tuesday 4 August 2026
In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — UN Under-Secretary-General Jean-Pierre Lacroix officially launches UN Police Peacekeeping course2. TONGA — Tonga to hold two by-elections after ministers quit over bribery
