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Fiji moves to cash in on "Blue Gold" as Minister Bainivalu unveils fisheries shake-up

Fiji, April 28 -- Fiji is overhauling its offshore fisheries sector with new digital systems, tougher monitoring and a push into high-value products, with Fisheries Minister Alitia Bainivalu declaring... Read More


Historic climate shipping deal faces 'real fight' as talks restart

, April 28 -- Efforts to revive a historic climate deal for the global shipping industry are foundering on U.S and Saudi opposition, with negotiators gearing up for a "real fight" in talks this week. ... Read More


Tuvalu energy stable but risks remain as Minister Kofe outlines backup plan after emergency

Fiji, April 27 -- Tuvalu's power system is holding steady but backup measures are being rushed in, with a rental generator due next month and new equipment on order, says Transport and Energy Minister... Read More


Major disaster declaration granted for CNMI as Sinlaku recovery begins

, April 27 -- A major disaster declaration for the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands was approved Friday morning, unlocking expanded federal aid as Saipan, Tinian and Rota begin the long re... Read More


Rewa high chief warns Fiji 'undermining our own diplomats' in foreign policy failure

Fiji, April 27 -- A former United Nations security executive and Rewa High Chief Ro Naulu Mataitini has issued a blunt warning that Fiji is weakening its own foreign policy by sidelining its diplomats... Read More


Stop selling arms to Indonesia, West Papuans urge Netherlands

, April 24 -- The United Liberation Movement for West Papua (ULMWP) has called on the Netherlands to stop selling arms to Indonesia. Representatives of the ULMWP were this week at the Dutch Parliamen... Read More


U.S, PNG seal US$18 million health dealth to boost disease response under 'America First strategy'

Fiji, April 24 -- The United States and Papua New Guinea have signed a five-year health agreement aimed at strengthening disease response and building a more self-reliant health system, with Washingto... Read More


Nauru Financial Intelligence Unit flags crypto scam, warns public 'promises of guaranteed returns'

Fiji, April 24 -- The Nauru Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) has issued a public alert warning residents of a fraudulent investment scheme operating in the country and across the region, urging peopl... Read More


Fiji has fuel, but price pain bites as PM Rabuka roll out $56 million response

Fiji, April 24 -- Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says Fiji's fuel supply is stable but warned more price pressure is coming, announcing a $56 million (US$39.95 million) government response to cushion ... Read More


Sāmoa explores Super Rugby Pacific team as focus shifts to more homegrown talent

, April 24 -- Sāmoa is considering a long-term push to establish its own Super Rugby franchise as it reshapes its future in the sport around homegrown talent and stronger local pathways. In an e... Read More