PNG Golden Jubilee Attracts Unprecedented Global and Regional Support, PM Marape Calls for Continued Partnership

Papua New Guinea’s 50th Independence Anniversary saw an unprecedented gathering of regional and international leaders, underscoring the country’s growing diplomatic and economic significance on the global stage. Prime Minister James Marape hosted...

PM Marape Launches Landmark Fisheries Strategies, Calls for Pacific to Harness Ocean Wealth

Prime Minister James Marape has urged Papua New Guinea and its Pacific neighbours to take full control of their ocean resources, declaring that the region must no longer remain a “beggar” while foreign powers exploit its fisheries wealth. He was...

Pacific news in brief for 15 September

Photo: RNZ / Samuel Rillstone Fiji - bureau Four officers from Fiji's Counter Narcotic Bureau have been arrested for possession of illegal narcotics. As a result, the Fijian government is closing the bureau down entirely and returning all officers...

PM launches landmark Fisheries Strategies, calls for Pacific to harness ocean wealth

Prime Minister James Marape has urged Papua New Guinea and its Pacific neighbours to take full control of their ocean resources, declaring that the region must no longer remain a “beggar” while foreign powers exploit its fisheries wealth. He was...

Pacific leader attends combined Golden Jubilee lotu program

Leaders from across the Pacific joined Prime Minister James Marape this morning at the Sir John Guise Stadium in Port Moresby for the combined Golden Jubilee lotu program. Prime Minister Marape welcomed the leaders to the program. Pacific leaders...

New Zealand tightens international adoptions, Samoa most affected

Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The New Zealand government is pausing the recognition of some international adoptions, primarily affecting Samoa, due to concerns over child abuse in cases involving adoptions from overseas. Associate Justice Minister...

New Zealand tightens international adoptions, Sāmoa most affected

The New Zealand Government is pausing the recognition of some international adoptions, primarily affecting Sāmoa, due to concerns over child abuse in cases involving adoptions from overseas. Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee says efforts are...

Pacific leaders to endorse non-binding regional labour mobility guidelines at Honiara summit

Increased movement of people in the region has been advocated for some time by Pacific leaders. Photo: RNZ Pacific/ Koroi Hawkins Pacific leaders are set to endorse a regional labour mobility principles calling for fair, ethical and transparent...

Pacific moves to secure banking lifeline as correspondent links dry up

By Pita Ligaiula in Honiara, Solomon Islands The Pacific Islands Forum has stepped up efforts to protect the region’s economies from the loss of Correspondent Banking Relations (CBR), a vital financial link that enables trade, remittances, and...

Country officials convene to align country priorities and needs in the Asia-Pacific region

The GEF OFP Regional Training Workshop and Asia Pacific Constituency Meeting took place in Rarotonga, Cook Islands, on May 13-16, 2025. Both events brought together 14 countries from the Asia-Pacific Region, including: Cook Islands, Fiji,...

Bezos Earth Fund invests $37.5M to accelerate Pacific-led ocean protection

Grants will safeguard 835,000 square miles (2.16 million km²) of ocean across 12 countries and territories Washington, D.C. — A groundbreaking effort led by Pacific Island leaders to safeguard the ocean took a major step forward today, with the...

Pacific Islands leaders meet with climate change, security on agenda

Pacific Island leaders have kicked off their annual summit in the Solomon Islands, with climate change and security expected to take centre stage amid the battle for influence in the region between China and the United States. The weeklong...

Niue road trip: Swim in sea caves and explore stunning coastline

Avaiki Cave: 7km Shaped like a natural cathedral, Avaiki is named after the legendary Polynesian homeland, and is where Niue’s first settlers landed. Follow the sea track from the road through a narrow fern-lined gorge to a beautiful pool – ideal...

US$4 million from the Bezos Earth Fund for the Niue Ocean Wide Trust

The Niue Ocean Wide Trust this afternoon announced a US$4 million investment from the Bezos Earth Fund to support permanent protection and sustainable management of Niue’s ocean space. Niue is one of Pacific 12 countries and territories to share...

Bezos Earth Fund invests AUD57 million to accelerate Pacific-led ocean protection

Grants will safeguard 835,000 square miles (2.16 million km²) of ocean across 12 countries and territories WASHINGTON, D.C –A groundbreaking effort led by Pacific Island leaders to safeguard the ocean took a major step forward today, with the...

Pacific Leaders arrive for 54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting

The first of the Pacific Leaders and delegations for the 54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting (PIFLM54) arrived in Honiara today. Minister of Foreign Affairs and External Trade, Peter Shanel Agovaka, this afternoon officially welcomed four...

MoS Pabitra Margherita Calls On Papua New Guinea PM James Marape

Port Moresby: Union Minister of State for External Affairs (MoS) Pabitra Margherita called on Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape on Monday, conveying greetings of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and people of India on the occasion of...

Australia vs Argentina streams: How to watch Rugby Championship 2025 live online from anywhere

The Wallabies may only be second in the Rugby Championship 2025 standings, but they've looked the best team so far. However, next up are Argentina, who have won three of their last four meetings with Australia – including that record 67-27 mauling...

Sister Lashes wins big, paving the way for future Pacific representation in the lash industry

Sister Lashes owner, Zandalee Matene pictured with her TAIEA award (R). Photos: Provided. Ann-Tauilo Motuga | Reporter/Videographer Sister Lashes owner, Zandalee Matene made history at the 2025 NZ Lash Industry Awards, becoming the first Pacific...

Pacific Islands News Roundup – August 29 – September 4, 2025 

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