by Tusi Tala, Staff Writer Papua New Guinea’s Prime Minister, James Marape, has urged the nation to evolve into a high-income economy. He emphasized that by 2045, when PNG turns 70, it should have moved beyond its current low-income status and be on the path to becoming a thriving economy. Marape highlighted the need for…
by Tusi Tala, Staff Writer The Vanuatu Meteorology and Geohazards Department (VMGD) and the Vanuatu Klaemet Infomesen blong Redi, Adapt & Protekt (VanKIRAP) have created six new provincial community climate centers, with plans for three additional locations. These centers will obtain crucial weather data from the VMGD, which will then be translated into local dialects…
by Tusi Tala, Staff Writer Solomon Islands Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele says his visit to Indonesia has opened a new door of “rare” international relationship between Honiara and Jakarta. The Solomon Star reported that Manele attended the inauguration of Indonesia’s new President Prabowo Subianto and met with him after. Manele said he believes this relationship will translate…
by Tusi Tala, Staff Writer The digital transformation in media has compelled the Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands’ (CNMI) sole daily newspaper, the Saipan Tribune, to cease operations by the end of the year. The newspaper’s management has notified readers and advertisers of this decision. They stated that although the Saipan Tribune has provided valuable…
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…
