Politics • Cook IslandsUS ambassador rejects military base claims over Penrhyn wharfJared Novelly says Washington is not discussing a military base at Tongareva amid calls for the long-awaited wharf to create opportunities for locals.PMN NewsFri, 25 Sep
PoliticsChina building coast guard presence in Pacific waters east of Taiwan, analysts say Repeated Chinese Coast Guard patrols are bringing increased attention to key sea lanes linking Taiwan with the Philippines and the wider Pacific.Christine RovoiWed, 16 Sep
Pacific Region • PalauPacific Forum leaders agree on regional action as Naoero breaks ranks over China missile testThe Forum's final communiqué calls for advance warning of missile tests while leaders also welcomed new plans for regional security, fisheries and AI.Thomas Tarurongo Wynne, Political ReporterFri, 04 Sep
Pacific Region • Papua New GuineaPNG soldier’s journey highlights deepening Australia defence tiesCaptain Aquila Jack has seen the Australia-Papua New Guinea defence relationship from both sides. Now, that partnership is set to enter a new phase.Christine RovoiThu, 20 Aug
Pacific RegionForeign influence could quietly weaken Pacific unity, expert warnsAl Gillespie says the biggest risk to the region may not be stolen secrets but foreign influence that slowly breaks down the tradition of working together.Christine RovoiMon, 17 Aug
Pacific Region • Solomon IslandsWale’s China reset shows the tightrope facing Pacific leaders, says security analystAnna Powles says Solomon Islands is not turning away from Beijing but the country’s new approach highlights the challenge Pacific nations face as pressure grows to choose sides.Christine RovoiWed, 12 Aug
Pacific Region • Solomon Islands • Fiji • China'No more secrecy': Solomon Islands govt reviews China security deal as tensions growThe move by Prime Minister Matthew Wale comes as Pacific leaders grapple with rising security concerns and deep divisions over how the region should respond to China.Christine RovoiMon, 10 Aug
Pacific Region • Solomon IslandsSolomon Islands split over US maritime deal as opposition warns of major sovereignty risksFormer Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare says a new shiprider agreement with the United States could weaken Solomon Islands’ control over its waters.Christine RovoiTue, 04 Aug
PoliticsPacific leaders 'playing both sides' as China divides Forum over missile test - expertThe Pacific Islands Forum's silence after China's missile test is not about division, Steven Ratuva says. It reflects years of small nations balancing Beijing, Australia and the US to protect their interests.Christine RovoiTue, 28 Jul
Politics • Papua New GuineaMore Pacific defence partnerships likely after PNG and NZ sign agreement, expert saysThe new three-year defence deal is expected to deepen military cooperation between the two countries through joint training, maritime surveillance and new technologies.Christine RovoiFri, 24 Jul
