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1.5 degC overshoot means irreversible Pacific losses

Fiji, Oct. 23 -- The Pacific Islands Climate Action Network (PICAN) has warned that current global climate policies could drive temperatures up by 2.8degC this century, putting Pacific communities at ... Read More


Pacific nuclear legacy taskforce reviews contamination report

Fiji, Oct. 23 -- Pacific regional organisations are reviewing next steps on nuclear contamination and preparations for the 40th anniversary of the Rarotonga Treaty, as the region continues to address ... Read More


Vanuatu reject claim China Police will be phased out

Fiji, Oct. 23 -- Vanuatu has rejected reports suggesting it plans to phase out Chinese police advisers, saying no decision has been made to end the support of any international partner. Minister of I... Read More


ADB strategy targets Pacific resilience amid global uncertainty

Fiji, Oct. 22 -- The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is stepping up its focus on economic resilience, infrastructure and private sector development in the Pacific as global uncertainty exposes the vulner... Read More


Commonwealth warns Pacific nations face rising seas, weak adaptation systems

Fiji, Oct. 22 -- Pacific Island countries are experiencing sea-level rise faster than the global average, while gaps in climate finance, governance and implementation are leaving vulnerable coastal co... Read More


WHO warns Pacific Health systems face growing climate and funding pressures

Fiji, Oct. 22 -- Pacific Island countries are facing growing pressure on their health systems from climate change, workforce shortages and limited funding, with seven Pacific countries yet to include ... Read More


ADB warns Pacific, Asia coastal flood damage could top US$172 billion by 2050

Fiji, Oct. 22 -- Coastal flood damage across Asia and the Pacific could rise to between US$172 billion and US$199 billion annually by 2050 without stronger adaptation measures, threatening millions of... Read More


Vanuatu warns of illegal action over 'second republic' movement

Fiji, Oct. 22 -- The Vanuatu Government has warned that anyone involved in a reported attempt to establish a so-called "second republic" on Gaua Island could face prosecution, saying any move to creat... Read More


Fijian Drua confirm 2027 home fixtures across Suva, Lautoka and Ba

Fiji, Oct. 22 -- The Fijian Drua will host eight home matches across Suva, Lautoka and Ba in the 2027 Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific season, bringing five Australian and three New Zealand opponents t... Read More


Fiji takes South Fiji Basin claim to UN

Fiji, Oct. 21 -- Fiji is seeking international recognition of the outer limits of its continental shelf beyond 200 nautical miles in the South Fiji Basin, with its claim covering the Lau-Colville and ... Read More