Pacific Region • PalauPacific unity tested as Taiwan-China tensions play out at Palau ForumFive leaders are absent as Taipei and Beijing clash over their place in the region, raising fresh questions about the Forum’s ability to speak with one voice.Thomas Tarurongo Wynne in PalauWed, 02 Sep
Pacific Region • PalauEmpty chairs and big questions as Pacific leaders gather in PalauWinston Peters says the Pacific Islands Forum remains central despite several leaders staying away as pressure grows for the region to deliver.Thomas Tarurongo Wynne in PalauMon, 31 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 • PalauPalau caught in superpower rivalry as US military build-up divides island nationAs the United States expands its presence in Palau to counter China, some locals see greater security while others fear their home is becoming a target. The debate has now reached the United Nations.PMN NewsMon, 03 Aug
Environment • Cook Islands • PalauExpert says Pacific seabed minerals becoming next test of regional sovereigntyProfessor Steven Ratuva says the race for seabed minerals is set to be the next major geopolitical challenge for the region as Pacific leaders stress that decisions must remain in Pasifika hands.Christine RovoiWed, 29 Jul
Pacific RegionAotearoa weighs joining Pacific defence pact as expert warns region must stay at the centreNew Zealand is exploring the Ocean of Peace Alliance but defence expert Anna Powles says Pacific priorities must guide the region's security future.Christine RovoiMon, 13 Jul
Pacific RegionPacific leaders warn global rules under strain as climate and security pressures growThey say rising climate impacts and global instability are testing international law, as they call for stronger cooperation with Caribbean and Asian partners to protect small island nations.Christine RovoiFri, 03 Jul
Politics • Solomon Islands • ChinaSolomons govt minister wants Chinese policing programmes droppedPeter Kenilorea Jr says the government should focus on economic development partnerships with China rather than expanding security cooperation.Christine RovoiWed, 24 Jun
