by Richard Sanders, Staff Writer The people of Kiribati have participated in the initial phase of voting today. The Kiribati Electoral Commission, in collaboration with the Ministry for Culture and Internal Affairs, is overseeing the election process. There is limited information available online regarding the elections, with the primary official updates being posted on the…
by Richard Sanders, Staff Writer In the vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean lie numerous island nations that face unique challenges due to their small size and isolation. Amidst these challenges, French involvement in the Pacific region has played a significant role in fostering development and bringing about positive change in otherwise economically disadvantaged island…
by Tusi Tala, Staff Writer The recent visit of Dr. Saia Ma’u Piukala, the Regional Director for the Western Pacific of the World Health Organization, to New Zealand has garnered significant support from local Pacific community leaders. Dr. Piukala, who became the first Pacific Islander to assume this role in January, spoke at the University…
Two US Pacific territories are moving closer to potentially upgrading their status within the main political decision-making body in the region, the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF). The PIF has confirmed to RNZ Pacific that its representatives have visited Guam and American Samoa in response to the US territories’ bid for Forum membership. Acting governor Lt…
Luke Allen – Military Political Analyst – Makati, Manila – lukeallenmanila@journlist.com Guam, a United States territory in the Pacific Ocean, is making waves in its quest for recognition within the Pacific Island Forum (PIF). As one of the 17 remaining colonies worldwide, the island’s bid for a more prominent role in regional affairs has gained…
Luke Allen Military Political Analyst Makati, Manila lukeallenmanila@journalist.com Tokyo, Japan Japan has committed to providing weather data to Pacific islands in a landmark initiative of profound significance. This significant endeavor will be officially announced during the 10th Summit of Pacific Islands, which will take place from July 16 to 18 in Tokyo The summit, which…
by Ned Repia, Staff Writer New Zealand’s colorful Foreign Minister Winston Peters will lead a high-level political delegation to Solomon Islands, Nauru, and Niue starting next Monday. Peters stated that critical regional issues, including the unrest in New Caledonia, will be discussed during the visit.Winston will also be having more than a few drinks with…
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