Law & Order • Fiji • AustraliaFiji hunts Australian man labelled ‘kingpin’ over record meth bust Police want Sam Amine to face trial over Fiji's largest-ever meth seizure. A new investigation reveals alleged links to Pacific drug trafficking routes.Christine RovoiThu, 16 Apr
Law & OrderHigh Court upholds conviction over death of Pacific stevedore at Auckland port - MNZA judge has dismissed an appeal by former Ports of Auckland chief executive Tony Gibson, upholding his conviction over the death of worker Pala’amo Kalati, who was killed by a falling container in 2020.Christine RovoiWed, 15 Apr
Pacific Region • Solomon IslandsSolomon Islands PM to face no-confidence vote within days, says judgeJeremiah Manele must recall parliament within three days, the Chief Justice rules, and failure to act could trigger an intervention by the Governor-General.RNZ PacificTue, 14 Apr
Politics • SāmoaTuilaepa defends speaking out as defamation case delayed until MaySāmoa’s opposition leader says he will not stay silent despite a court warning as prosecutors seek more time to finalise charges.Renate RiversThu, 09 Apr
Law & Order • Tonga • Fiji • Sāmoa • Papua New GuineaTonga finance minister found guilty of bribery as Pacific leaders face growing legal scrutinyA court ruling against Lata Tangimana adds to a wave of cases across the region and raises fresh questions about accountability among those in power.Christine RovoiThu, 26 Mar
Law & Order • FijiFiji anti-corruption cases turn on one question: Who has the power to prosecute?Three high-profile cases involving senior political and legal figures are now tied to a single legal fight: the authority of Fiji’s anti-corruption body, raising wider questions about trust, timing, and power.Christine RovoiMon, 23 Mar
Politics • SāmoaDecision delayed again in case against Sāmoa PM LaaulialemalietoaA ruling in the high-profile case linked to a 2021 hit-and-run has been adjourned for a fourth time.Renate RiversFri, 20 Mar
Opinion • FijiFiji Prime Minister's appeal keeps anti-corruption case aliveThe move keeps a political storm alive and puts the spotlight on leadership, accountability, and the rule of law, writes PMN senior journalist Christine Rovoi.Christine RovoiFri, 13 Mar
Law & Order • Fiji • PalauPalau Senate leader’s son in Fiji court after anti-drug operationLagomarsino Baules, the son of Palau Senate President Hokkons Baules, remains in custody in Fiji.Christine RovoiTue, 10 Mar
Law & Order • FijiWhistleblower claims and airport arrest: Fiji critic’s case escalates anti-corruption crisisCharlie Charters has been charged with aiding the release of confidential information from Fiji’s anti-corruption agency. His lawyer says investigators tried to force him to reveal his source.Christine RovoiWed, 25 Feb
