Pacific Region • VanuatuVanuatu election: One woman secures seat in new parliament amid five-party coalition govtFormer deputy PM Jotham Napat is in prime position to become the country's next Prime Minister after his party won the most seats in the snap election. Christine RovoiThu, 30 Jan
Pacific Region • VanuatuNew coalition govt finalised in VanuatuFive political parties have signed a memorandum of agreement to form the next government.Christine RovoiTue, 28 Jan
Pacific Region • VanuatuVanuatu holds election after devastating earthquakeWith 14 people killed and thousands displaced, the Pacific Island nation braces for a costly post-quake reconstruction effort.Christine RovoiThu, 16 Jan
OpinionTrump nominates first woman of Pacific heritage for US cabinetAmerican Sāmoa's former democratic representative, Tulsi Gabbard, is President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for national intelligence director.Sariah MagaoaTue, 19 Nov
PoliticsTrump’s re-election a wake-up call for NZ: political commentatorLocal and Pacific MPs weigh in on the political and economic consequences of one of the greatest comebacks in US history.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 07 Nov
OpinionWill's Word: Trump reclaims the White House in a divided AmericaAs Republicans celebrate and Democrats reflect, questions arise about the impact on America’s unity and future global role. Will Trump bridge divides or deepen them?William TeriteThu, 07 Nov
PoliticsAnalysis: US elections - potential political violence and presidential predictionsTwo American pundits weigh in on today’s momentous US elections, which will either see their country’s first woman president or one of the greatest political comebacks in history.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 06 Nov
PoliticsUS presidential election holds high stakes for Pacific relationsAs Americans vote, Pacific advocates consider how a new US administration could impact climate policy, youth support, and Pacific ties amid global tensions.Pacific MorningsWed, 06 Nov
Pacific RegionPalau election: Family face off in presidential battle as US, China look onAbout 17,000 Palauans headed to the polls on Tuesday to elect their new leader as the Pacific island nation’s strategic position has made it a focal point in a geopolitical tug-of-war.Christine RovoiWed, 06 Nov
PoliticsTrump claims victory in Florida speechWith some states still counting votes, former US president Donald Trump has claimed victory in the 2024 presidential race.RNZTue, 05 Nov
