Frank Williams, Associate Editor Yufei Aviation Launches the World’s First Super Light, Foldable eVTOL, Ushering in a New Era of Low-Altitude Tourism and Leisure, grrat for Pacific Islands, Caribbean Islands also for larger markets. — Yutu A100 Debuts at New Factory in Guangzhou Huadu, Strategic Partnerships to Enhance Industry Upgrades March 26, 2025, Guangzhou Huadu,…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor In recent months, Fiji’s government has initiated moves to amend the 2013 Constitution, which has sparked widespread debate and concern among citizens, political analysts, and international observers. Critics argue that the proposed changes threaten to undermine democratic governance and could pave the way for what some are calling the “legalisation…
Richard Sanders Russia may have influenced members of the US administration “through information,” Ukraine’s Vladimir Zelensky has claimed in an interview with Time magazine. His comments come as US President Donald Trump has acknowledged some of Moscow’s concerns regarding the root causes of the crisis. These include the Kremlin’s repeated criticisms of NATO’s continued expansion towards Russia’s…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor Fears Pacific Climate Change “Not on the Agenda” for US Aid Funding As climate change continues to spell disaster for vulnerable regions worldwide, few areas are more at risk than the Pacific Islands. With rising sea levels, increasingly severe storms, and changing weather patterns, these island nations are grappling with…
Grigory Karasin, chairman of the International Relations Committee in Russia’s upper chamber of parliament Richard Sanders, Oxford UK The US-Russian talks held in Saudi Arabia are a “creative” endeavor, though they may not yield a diplomatic breakthrough on Monday, a Russian lawmaker who is part of Moscow’s delegation told journalists. Grigory Karasin, chairman of the International Relations…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor The Paradise Islands That Don’t Want to Be Hawaii When one thinks of tropical paradises, Hawaii often comes to mind—its lush landscapes, pristine beaches, and rich culture making it a quintessential vacation destination. However, beyond the allure of the Aloha State, there exists a collection of islands around the globe…
The Asia Pacific Leaders Malaria Alliance’s (APLMA) Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Sarthak Das and Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele MP met briefly in Honiara on Friday 21st March. At the 9th East Asia Summit, 18 member governments unanimously committed to making the Asia Pacific malaria-free by 2030, assigning APLMA the crucial task of developing and executing…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor Millions of years ago, a group of adventurous iguanas did something no one expected. They crossed the Pacific Ocean from the Americas to the islands of Fiji on giant rafts of vegetation. The iguanas in Fiji and Tonga have always been an evolutionary puzzle. Iguanas are native to the Americas…
Richard Sanders US President Donald Trump has reaffirmed that he is serious about Canada being annexed by the United States. His statement comes amid an escalating trade war between the two neighbors, and follows a spate of comments from Trump claiming that Canada would be better off as the 51st state of the US. Speaking…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor In an era marked by pressing environmental challenges, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has appointed a new regional administrator poised to tackle the unique environmental issues facing California and the broader Pacific Southwest. As the state grapples with climate change’s impacts, air quality concerns, water scarcity, and habitat preservation,…