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
US and PNG police begin first joint digital forensics course
THE United States and Papua New Guinea launched their first joint digital forensics training course for the Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary (RPNGC) on August 31, a step aimed at building the Pacific nation's
$17.9 million funds for Pacific climate mobility partnerships
FIJI’S Permanent Secretary for Environment and Climate Change, Dr Sivendra Michael, has launched the Regional Pacific Climate Mobility Partnerships Programme, marking a significant milestone in the region’s
Fiji seeks investment, not dependency, Kamikamica pitches Australia partnership
FIJIS Deputy Prime Minister urges shift from aid and tourism ties to jobs, infrastructure and two-way
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
The Pacific Way Must Remain the Pacific’s Compass
As Pacific leaders prepare to gather for this year's Pacific Islands Forum (PIF), they will once again address the defining
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
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
University of Auckland, SPC formalise partnership to strengthen Pacific-led research
THE University of Auckland and The Pacific Community (SPC) have formalised a partnership to expand Pacific-led research, strengthen community engagement and create new pathways for students and
Palau draws on Vanuatu’s experience to advance climate finance priorities
Palau is drawing on Vanuatu’s experience to improve how climate projects are selected, financed and managed as the country begins
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
Tuvalu launches new police strategy for safer communities
TUVALU has put partnership at the centre of its next phase of policing. Prime Minister Feleti Teo launched the Tuvalu Police Service Strategic Plan 2026–2030 and unveiled the Service’s new logo. The five-year
RMI and New Taipei seal museum pact
THE Republic of the Marshall Islands and New Taipei City have formalised a sister museum partnership to strengthen cultural cooperation and preserve Austronesian heritage. A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed
Germany’s new ambassador pledges stronger ties with Fiji and the Pacific
GERMANY has reaffirmed its commitment to Fiji and the wider Pacific with new Ambassador, Nicole Menzenbach, pledging to strengthen cooperation on climate action, education, trade and community development.
Solomon Islands, Japan forge key development partnership
THE Solomon Islands has signed a loan deal with the Japan to support fiscal stability and economic resilience, as it pushes ahead with reforms to strengthen governance and broaden growth.
Fiji receives Cook Islands’ new high commissioner
COOK Islands High Commissioner Michael Henry presented his credentials to Fiji President Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu - a posting both governments say aims to deepen a growing Pacific partnership.
Bringing light and growth to the Islands
Across the vast blue Pacific, true friendship is defined by shared values and mutual support. For the past eight
Solomon Islands and US move to restore Peace Corps partnership
PEACE Corps volunteers could strengthen specific areas of need in Solomon Islands after Prime Minister Matthew Wale and US Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau signing an agreement this week.
Wale pushes for stronger US partnership in Washington
SOLOMON Islands Prime Minister Matthew Wale has used an official visit to Washington, to advance priorities on development, investment and maritime security.
Fiji and New Zealand renew Duavata Partnership
FIJI and New Zealand have renewed the Duavata Partnership for a further five years.
Fiji, Australia redraws the Pacific security map with new defence alliance
FIJI and Australia have deepened their strategic partnership, with Fijian Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka saying Canberra has committed more than $FJD280 million in new investments since October 2023.
Taiwan backs Blue Pacific Strategy
TAIWAN continues to demonstrate solid commitment to its partnership with Pacific Island Forum member states. This is after yesterday handing over $USD2 million in funding for development cooperation at the Secretariat
