RNZ Pacific – While both Palau and the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) have endorsed their new Compacts of Free Association (COFA) with Washington, the Marshall Islands just launched its review process…
Month: March 2024
French Parliament debates polarize tensions in New Caledonia
RNZ Pacific – Analysis – Debates in the French Parliament in Paris this week have once again polarized tensions back in New Caledonia, around the sensitive issue of the French Pacific archipelago’s future…
Tonga’s PM reportedly steps down from roles
RNZ Pacific – A long-time campaigner for democracy in Tonga says the involvement in the government by King Tupou VI is a return to the ‘dark ages’ for the Kingdom. The King…
Palau President Seeks Approval for Legal Cooperation Treaty with Taiwan
Island Times – President Surangel Whipps Jr. is urging Palau’s national congress, the Olbiil Era Kelulau (OEK), to ratify a treaty on mutual legal assistance with Taiwan. The agreement, signed in 2022…
LMU Hosts Tok Stori Dialogue
Solomon Times – The Labour Mobility Unit within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and External Trade has organized a two- days “Tok Stori” dialogue with national stakeholders to provide key information on…
‘North Pacific islands are still grappling with historical trauma’
RNZ Pacific – Pacific mental health leaders from around the world are in Auckland for an international exchange. The exchange is part of a partnership between Pasifika provider ‘Le Va’, Te Pou…
Solomons Biggest Mover in FIFA Women’s World Ranking
Solomon Times – The Solomon Islands have been the big movers in the FIFA Women’s World Rankings following their runners-up finish at the Women’s Olympic Football Tournament – Oceania Qualifier in Samoa…
Taiwan Embassy donates 1,800 USD to the Friends of the Palau National Marine Sanctuary to pursue sustainable development in Palau
Island Times – On March 13, Ambassador Jessica C. Lee delivered a check of $1,800 to the Friends of the Palau National Marine Sanctuary (FRIENDS), in support of its Palau Pledge Dive…
Fiji PM Sitiveni Rabuka refused official travel for women’s minister due to ‘pending issues’
RNZ Pacific – Fijian Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has reportedly revealed he stopped an official travel for his Women’s Minister Lynda Tabuya due to undisclosed “pending issues”, just days after she told…
Realities of climate change’: FSM declares state of emergency amid severe drought
RNZ Pacific – Federated States of Micronesia President Wesley Simina has declared a national emergency due to severe drought, and sent it to his country’s Congress for review. The president’s signed declaration said…