Top government officials and key business leaders will gather in Makati City on November 6 and 7 to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Stratbase Group, a policy research and business advisory firm. To mark this monumental event, the Stratbase Group is organizing a two-day “Pilipinas Conference” to discuss strategic initiatives necessary for fostering a…
Ubayd Haider by Tusi Tala, Staff Writer The Boxing Commission of Fiji (BCF) has initiated an investigation into the events leading to Fijian boxer Ubayd Haider’s collapse outside the ring on Saturday. Haider, previously known as Nathan Singh, lost to China’s Runqi Zhou by TKO in the ninth round of the IBO Asia Pacific Featherweight…
by Tusi Tala, Staff Writer Taneti Maamau has been re-elected as the President of Kiribati for a third term. The citizens of Kiribati voted on Friday in the presidential elections, choosing from three candidates: Maamau, who has served for the past eight years, along with Bauntaake Beia and Kaotitaake Kokoria. However, there was a twist…
by Tusi Tala, Staff Writer In a significant development for Pacific Islands like Tuvalu, which face the risk of rising sea levels, Commonwealth nations announced on Saturday that a country’s maritime boundaries will remain unchanged even if climate change leads to the submergence of small island states. During a summit in Samoa, representatives from the…
Newly Endorsed WHO Executive Board Member and MHMS Minister Dr Bosawai, Photo: WHO Press Health Leaders at the 75th Regional Committee Meeting of the Western Pacific Region have been informed of Solomon Islands interventions on Digital Health. A 2022 assessment by WHO identified areas for improvement including better governance and legislation, clearer standards and improved system…
by Tusi Tala, Staff Writer The Northern Marianas and the US government are set to begin 902 talks in Saipan, focusing on matters that influence their relationship. Governor Arnold Palacios and Assistant Secretary of the Interior Carmen Cantor, appointed by President Joe Biden, are leading the two-day summit. Section 902 of the Covenant mandates that…
by Tusi Tala, Staff Writer King Charles III and Queen Camilla have arrived in Apia, Samoa. Upon landing, the King received a guard of honour at the airport before being taken to his accommodations in Siumu. Local villagers welcomed him with lanterns along the roads. The King is set to speak at the Commonwealth Heads…
Staff Writers The Prime Minister Honourable Jeremiah Manele MP was among leaders of the Melanesian Spearhead Group (MSG) who witnessed the inauguration of the new President of the Republic of Indonesia, His Excellency Prabowo Subianto yesterday morning, 20th October 2024. The inauguration brought together leaders from around the world. For the MSG, the leaders present included…
by Jake Sanders, Editor As the Pacific Islands grapple with unique challenges such as climate change, limited resources, and geographic isolation, the emergence of smart cities offers a beacon of hope for sustainable development. With advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and other cutting-edge technologies, these islands are poised to transform their urban landscapes into interconnected,…