Fiji Faces Growing Risk From More Powerful Tropical Cyclones as Climate Changes
Fiji could face a growing threat from extremely powerful tropical cyclones as climate change alters weather patterns and ocean conditions...
Pacific Islands
Pacific Nations Demand Faster Climate Action to Protect the 1.5°C Goal
Pacific island nations and other countries have intensified calls for stronger global action on climate change, warning that the world...
WHO Puts Health at the Center of Pacific Climate Talks Ahead of COP31
Suva, Fiji: The World Health Organization has joined Pacific leaders and governments at the Pre-COP31 climate meeting in Fiji, calling...
Pacific Climate Groups Set Five Red Lines Ahead of COP31
Nadi, Fiji: Pacific climate advocates have issued five major “red lines” ahead of the Pre-COP31 meetings in Fiji and Tuvalu,...
Major Pacific Ocean Research Voyage Begins to Track Climate Change From Tropics to Antarctic Ice
A major international ocean-science expedition has begun across the Pacific Ocean, bringing together researchers from Australia and Pacific nations to...
Pacific Leaders Demand Stronger Climate Action and Easier Access to Climate Finance
NEW YORK: Pacific island leaders are intensifying calls for stronger global action on climate change, warning that rising temperatures, changing...
Solomon Islands Farmers See 56% Income Increase Through Climate-Resilient Agribusiness
Farmers in the Solomon Islands are demonstrating how climate adaptation can generate economic opportunities alongside protection from environmental risks, with...
Climate Resilience Investments Help Solomon Islands Farmers Increase Incomes
Climate adaptation is increasingly being viewed not only as a way to protect communities from environmental risks but also as...
Niue Assesses Disaster Risks to Critical Airport and Wharf Infrastructure
Alofi, Niue, September Niue is taking steps to better understand and manage disaster risks affecting two of its most important...
Nauru Pushes Economic Self-Reliance as Government Highlights Stronger Growth Strategy
YAREN — Nauru is placing greater emphasis on economic self-reliance as the government seeks to reduce dependence on traditional aid...
Tuvalu Prepares Pacific Civil Society Dialogue Ahead of Major Climate Talks
FUNAFUTI — Tuvalu is preparing to host a major Pacific civil society meeting as the island nation seeks to strengthen...
Cook Islands Secures Major Investment for Penrhyn Port Upgrade
RAROTONGA — The Cook Islands has secured major international backing for an upgrade of the port at Penrhyn, also known...
Asian Development Bank Backs Palau’s Push for Greater Fiscal and Energy Resilience Amid Global Economic Shocks
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is supporting efforts to strengthen Palau’s economic and energy resilience, as the Pacific island nation...
Samoa: Government Approves National Rugby Body as Official Governing Organisation
Samoa's Cabinet has approved the Samoa Rugby Football Union (SRFU) as the country's official organisation responsible for overseeing and developing...
Australia and Pacific Nations Launch $600 Million Push Against Organised Crime
Australia and Pacific nations have agreed to strengthen regional cooperation against transnational and organised crime, with a particular focus on...
Singapore and Pacific States Expand Cooperation on AI, Governance and Resilience
Singapore has announced a new phase of cooperation with Pacific island countries, expanding its support for artificial intelligence, digital government,...
Australia Extends Palau Direct Flight Service as Pacific Tourism Ties Strengthen
Australia has announced an extension of its direct air connection with Palau, giving travellers more time to use the Brisbane–Koror...
Pacific Island Region Draws Global Attention as Map Highlights a Vast and Strategically Important Ocean Area
Pacific Ocean: A map highlighting the island nations and territories of the central and southern Pacific has renewed attention on...
Australia and Palau Strengthen Partnership Through New Flights and Renewable Energy Cooperation
Brisbane/Koror: Australia and Palau are moving toward closer cooperation with a renewed focus on air connectivity, tourism and renewable energy,...
Australia Deepens Pacific Partnerships as Albanese Arrives in Palau for Regional Forum
Koror, Palau, August 31, 2026: Australia is stepping up its engagement across the Pacific as Prime Minister Anthony Albanese arrives...
Solomon Islands Strengthen Climate Resilience Through Community-Led Mangrove Conservation
As climate change intensifies across the Pacific, the Solomon Islands are demonstrating how nature-based solutions can help protect vulnerable communities...
