Cook Islands government accused of misleading public on seabed mining
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor Over 150 people headed out to sea in vessels of all sizes to promote their call for ocean protection. Photo: Supplied / Ocean Ancestors Cook Islands government is misleading the public into believing the country is undecided on whether to allow deep seabed mining, claims an advocate for ocean conservation and protection….
PNG Prime Minister Calls for Greater Support for Women’s Roles Amid Gender Equality Challenges
Tusi Tala Papua New Guinea’s Prime Minister James Marape emphasized the significance of women’s roles in “maintaining the household and nurturing children” during a recent meeting with the United Nations’ leading representative for gender equality in the region. Marape’s office announced that he met with Christine Arab, UN Women’s Asia Pacific regional director, in Port…
Samoa seeks NZ support for more K9 after seizing 10kg of meth
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor Samoa police are turning to their counterparts in New Zealand to beef up law enforcement efforts to tackle the increasing cases of drug smuggling, the country’s police chief says. On Wednesday, Samoan authorities intercepted 10 kilograms of crystal methamphetamine (worth almost NZ$2.5 million in street value), which has been described…
No plans for BRICS currency – Kremlin
Louis Raymond BRICS member states have no plans to create a common currency but are actively discussing joint investment platforms to enhance economic cooperation, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has stated. Speaking to journalists on Friday, Peskov addressed recent remarks by US President Donald Trump, who has threatened to hit the BRICS countries with tariffs should…
Sir Julius Chan, Founding Father of Papua New Guinea, Passes Away at 85
Tusi Tala Papua New Guinea is in mourning following the death of Sir Julius Chan, one of the nation’s founding fathers, who passed away at his home in New Ireland on Thursday. At 85, he was the last surviving member of the country’s first parliament from the independence era, earning him the title “Last Man…
Whats in store for pacific island nations under trump 2.0
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor The election of Donald Trump. as the new President of the United States has sent shockwaves throughout the Pacific Island region. As the new administration begins to take shape, Pacific island nations are bracing for a potentially tumultuous relationship with Washington. Trump 2.0, as the new president is colloquially known,…
Marape calls US climate backtracking ‘irresponsible’ in rethink plea to Trump
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor In a strong condemnation of recent developments in U.S. climate policy, Papua New Guinea’s Prime Minister James Marape has labeled the American government’s backtracking on climate commitments as “irresponsible.” During a press conference in Port Moresby on Monday, Marape urged former President Donald Trump to reconsider his stance on climate…
Vanuatu’s Political Parties Unite to Form Coalition Government Following Snap Elections
Tusi Tala Leaders from five political parties in Vanuatu have reached an agreement to establish the upcoming coalition government. The parties involved are the Leaders Party, Vanua’aku Party, Graon Mo Jastis Party, Reunification Movement for Change, and the Iauko Group. This week, the leaders signed a memorandum of agreement in Port Vila. Although official results…
Only 6% of Danes want to join USA-Danish poll
Louis Raymond Greenlanders are overwhelmingly skeptical about the idea that US President Donald Trump could purchase their island from Denmark, local media reported on Tuesday, citing a new opinion poll. The results of the survey sharply contrast with those of an earlier poll by a little-known US-based firm. Trump has frequently touted taking Greenland for the US,…
New Zealand’s Diplomatic Tensions with Kiribati: Aid Withdrawal Sparks Controversy
NZ FM Winston Peters Tusi Tala NZ Foreign Minister Winston Peters has responded to remarks by Kiribati’s education minister, who claimed that President Taneti Maamau had a prior commitment that led to him missing a meeting with New Zealand’s Deputy Prime Minister. Peters announced that the New Zealand government is reassessing its development aid program,…
