Pacific Region • FijiWHO pushes for safer, affordable surgeries across the PacificThe World Health Organization says too many Pacific families still face unsafe, delayed, or unaffordable surgery, urging regional action.Khalia StrongFri, 24 Oct
Pacific Region • Fiji • Papua New Guinea • ChinaPacific Eyes' alliance proposal set to lock in intelligence-sharing as China's reach growsThe new pact will link New Zealand, Australia, Papua New Guinea, and Fiji to tackle cyber threats, crime, and foreign interference. But Pacific experts warn it must protect regional sovereignty and data control.Christine RovoiThu, 23 Oct
Politics • Fiji • IsraelFiji and Israel sign cybersecurity pactThe agreement underscores Fiji’s growing strategic relations with Israel.Christine RovoiThu, 23 Oct
Sports • Fiji'A gentle giant': Fijian rugby legend Joeli Veitayaki dies aged 58Known for his strength on the field and humility off it, his passing has prompted an outpouring of tributes from around the rugby world.Christine RovoiWed, 22 Oct
Law & Order • FijiFormer Fiji PM Frank Bainimarama gets a suspended sentence as election fallout loomsThe ex-Prime Minister was handed a 12-month suspended sentence for abusing his power - a conviction that now prevents him from contesting the next election.Christine RovoiWed, 22 Oct
Pacific Region • FijiFiji’s Deputy Prime Minister steps down over perjury, false information chargesPrime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka will temporarily assume his ministerial duties as Manoa Kamikamica returns to face court.Christine RovoiWed, 22 Oct
Pacific Region • Asia • Fiji • TuvaluWHO launches first climate-health strategy in Fiji to protect lives and secure the futureThe new blueprint calls for urgent cooperation to build climate-resilient health systems, protect vulnerable communities, and safeguard the future of the world’s most climate-sensitive region.Christine RovoiTue, 21 Oct
Sports • FijiDiamonds shine, Fiji celebrate historic wins and Silver Ferns look to rebound in second testHere’s a roundup of the sports action you may have missed over the weekend!Latonya Lole, Sports ReporterMon, 20 Oct
Pacific Region • Fiji • RotumaDescendants of Rotuma’s last King gather for island's historic first reunionBringing together generations from across the world, the descendants of Riamkau Sau II are uniting in Fiji's capital Suva to honour a legacy of faith, resilience, and cultural pride.Christine RovoiSun, 19 Oct
Pacific Region • Vanuatu • Fiji • TuvaluLocal leadership proves key as Vanuatu reefs thrive amid growing global coral crisisWhile the world’s reefs face mass die-off, an expedition in Vanuatu has discovered that strong community management is helping protect some of the healthiest coral ecosystems on the planet.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 17 Oct
