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PNG champions Melanesian unity on Ocean Protection

Fiji, May 12 -- Papua New Guinea is positioning the 2026 Melanesian Ocean Summit as a major platform for regional unity, climate action and ocean governance, with leaders calling for stronger cooperat... Read More


U.S, PNG deepen security and economic ties in strategic dialogue

Fiji, May 11 -- The United States and Papua New Guinea have pledged to deepen cooperation on security, law enforcement, digital connectivity and economic development following high-level talks in Port... Read More


UK backs Solomon Islands recovery after Cyclone Maila

Fiji, May 11 -- The United Kingdom has announced major support for the Solomon Islands following the destruction caused by Tropical Cyclone Maila, with funding directed toward emergency relief, recove... Read More


Govt announces plan to amend Constitution through political consensus

Nepal, May 11 -- The government has announced plans to move forward with constitutional amendments in coordination and consultation with political parties. Presenting the government's policies and pr... Read More


PNG Energy Transition plan targets renewable push, rural access: IRENA

Fiji, May 8 -- Papua New Guinea is being urged to accelerate its shift to renewable energy and expand electricity access under a new energy transition assessment by the International Renewable Energy ... Read More


PM Rabuka hails Fiji-Australia ties as leaders tackle fuel crisis, security and Climate agenda

Fiji, May 8 -- Fiji Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has reaffirmed Fiji's strong partnership with Australia, saying both countries are working closely to address regional security threats, the global f... Read More


Australia announces $30 million fuel support for Fiji as Wong confirms Vuvale Union deal

Fiji, May 8 -- Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong has announced a $30 million (US$21.66 million) budget support package for Fiji to help respond to the global fuel crisis, while confirming Austral... Read More


Australia pledges stronger Security support as Fiji-Australia Vuvale Union takes shape

Fiji, May 8 -- Australian Minister for Pacific Island Affairs Pat Conroy says Australia stands "shoulder to shoulder" with Fiji in the fight against transnational crime and drug trafficking as both co... Read More


ADB procurement reform lifts competition and quality in Pacific infrastructure projects

Fiji, May 6 -- A new procurement approach introduced by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) is increasing competition, widening bidder participation, and improving the quality of infrastructure projects ... Read More


Fiji and Australia deepen Pacific partnership with Vuvale Union, tackle fuel crisis and security threats

Fiji, May 6 -- Fiji and Australia have reaffirmed their deepening partnership, announcing progress toward a landmark "Vuvale Union" while pledging closer cooperation on security, climate action and th... Read More