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
Pacific Region • TuvaluTuvalu detains Chinese fishing vessel accused of hiding its locationPolice allege it was fishing illegally while broadcasting false location data as Pacific nations face challenges in monitoring their waters.Christine RovoiFri, 17 Jul
Politics • Papua New GuineaPNG enters historic defence alliance with Australia as leaders pledge Ocean of PeacePrime Minister James Marape says the agreement is a sovereign decision that will strengthen regional security while protecting PNG's independence.PMN NewsWed, 08 Jul
Politics • Solomon Islands • AustraliaSolomon Islands rebuild traditional ties amid Pacific security debateAustralia pushes new defence pact in Honiara as Pacific experts warn regional voices must remain at the centre of security decisions.Christine RovoiTue, 07 Jul
Pacific RegionChina missile test sparks debate over Pacific security and what comes nextThe experts say the bigger question is not what happened on Monday, it's how countries respond without losing sight of their own priorities.Christine RovoiTue, 07 Jul
Politics • Fiji • AustraliaFiji and Australia sign major defence and security partnershipPrime Ministers Sitiveni Rabuka and Anthony Albanese strengthen cooperation as Canberra expands its engagement in the Pacific.Christine RovoiMon, 06 Jul
Pacific Region • VanuatuVanuatu signs Australia security pact, visa slots return but questions over balance remainPrime Ministers Jotham Napat and Anthony Albanese signed a NZ$608.45 million Nakamal Agreement, which restores Vanuatu’s visa ballot access. But the deal falls short of visa-free travel.Christine RovoiTue, 30 Jun
PoliticsFrom roaming dogs to a treaty: How a Niuean reality check reshaped region's security visionA light-hearted comment from Niue’s police and disaster management minister about roaming dogs has highlighted a push for a broader definition of what keeps Pacific communities safe.Christine RovoiThu, 18 Jun
Pacific Region • NiueNiue minister's dog warning cuts through Pacific security debateWhile leaders discuss geopolitics and military competition in Fiji this week, Richie Mautama reminds them security is also local and personal.Christine RovoiTue, 16 Jun
