Pacific Islands-Cambodia media agreement inked

Signing ceremony at the Prime Minister’s office in Phnom Penh yesterday by Richard Sanders, Staff Writer In a significant development aimed at boosting Pacific Islands and Cambodia’s international visibility and promoting global partnerships, The Better Cambodia (TBC Media) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Jake Sanders, an experienced Asia Pacific Media and…

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KEY GOV’T LEADERS, AMBASSADORS, EXPERTS TO JOIN PH’S BIGGEST WEST PH SEA CONFERENCE OF 2024

MAKATI CITY – Key government leaders, ambassadors, and experts are coming together in the biggest West Philippine Sea Conference of 2024 to celebrate the 8th anniversary of the Arbitral ruling that dismissed China’s expansive claims in the South China Sea. Organized by the Stratbase ADR Institute, in partnership with the Australian Embassy in the Philippines and…

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The Impact of Kidnapping in the Philippines on International Image and Business Confidence

by Richard Sanders, Staff Writer Kidnapping in the Philippines has been a longstanding issue that not only threatens the safety of its citizens but also tarnishes the international image of the country and erodes business confidence. The increasing frequency of kidnapping incidents has raised concerns both domestically and internationally, highlighting the need for urgent action…

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NZ supports Nauru Education

by Richard Sanders, Staff Writer New Zealand has pledged five million dollars to support education in Nauru, as announced by Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters during his recent visit to the Pacific Island nation. Peters emphasized the importance of a well-functioning education system in Nauru for the country’s future and expressed satisfaction in collaborating with…

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Samoan police concerned over guns and drugs

Tusi Tala – Staff Writer The significant increase in meth seizures in Samoa suggests a growing presence of the drug in the region. Additionally, Samoan police officials are alarmed by the discovery of illegal firearms during meth-related operations. Several members of Parliament in Samoa have raised concerns about the growing number of drug-related crimes in…

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Pan-Pacific Bluefin Tuna Stock Rebounds Ahead of Schedule.

Luke Allen – Military Political Analyst – Makati, Manila – lukeallenmanila@journlist.com In a remarkable triumph for marine conservation, the Pan-Pacific bluefin tuna stock has recovered sustainably an entire decade ahead of the targeted timeline. This milestone, achieved through global efforts, marks a significant victory in restoring one of the ocean’s most prized and fastest predators,…

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Palau tree fungus invasion

by Richard Sanders, Staff Writer There is suspicion that a fungus is responsible for the extensive loss of native trees in Palau over the last three years. The uduiud tree, a species unique to Palau with significant cultural importance, has been particularly affected.According to the Island Times, the suspected fungus is believed to be of…

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Solomon Islands gets upgraded Seghe Airfield

Richard Sanders, Staff writer Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele meets with NZ Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters.  Today, the governments of New Zealand and Australia formally transferred the newly upgraded Seghe Airfield to the Solomon Islands government, aiming to enhance connectivity across the country’s regions. The project, which cost nearly $55 million, was a collaborative effort…

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