Politics • Solomon IslandsPM Wale strengthens Solomon Islands-US relations with trade, security commitmentFrom maritime security to tuna exports and the return of the Peace Corps, Prime Minister Matthew Wale's first visit to Washington signals a shift as Honiara strengthens ties with the United States.PMN NewsThu, 23 Jul
Politics • SāmoaLaauli pushes for better worker pathways as Luxon calls Sāmoa a trusted Pacific partnerSāmoa's Prime Minister Laaulialemalietoa has used his first official visit to New Zealand to push for stronger labour mobility, trade links and a modernised relationship between the two countries.PMN NewsThu, 23 Jul
Pacific Region • Solomon IslandsEx-Solomons PM could face questioning as the govt widens Rennell bauxite investigationThe government says Manasseh Sogavare could be questioned as investigators dig deeper into 33 disputed bauxite shipments from Rennell Island, rejecting claims the inquiry lacks independence.PMN NewsThu, 16 Jul
Pacific Region • Papua New GuineaPNG leader backs cabinet minister's criticism of taxpayer-funded overseas tripsPrime Minister James Marape says William Bando made a "fair call" after criticising large overseas delegations and the PM is urging greater accountability for taxpayer-funded travel.Christine RovoiTue, 14 Jul
Politics • Vanuatu • FranceVanuatu takes two islands' sovereignty fight beyond France after talks collapseAfter two rounds of failed negotiations with France, Vanuatu says it will pursue international legal action over the disputed Matthew and Hunter islands.Christine RovoiMon, 13 Jul
Pacific Region • VanuatuVanuatu chiefs demand PM Napat resign over use of sacred cultural names in foreign dealsTraditional leaders from five provinces are calling for Prime Minister Jotham Napat to step down, saying sacred cultural identities have been used without proper consultation.Christine RovoiMon, 13 Jul
Politics • Rotuma, FijiRotuman leaders seek Fiji constitutional status as young people fight for language, cultureFiji's northernmost island has delivered one of the most wide-ranging submissions to the Constitutional Review Commission.Christine RovoiMon, 06 Jul
BusinessPacific businesses are adapting despite global uncertainty - surveyThe study shows exporters are expanding into new markets and adopting new technology even as access to finance becomes more difficult.Christine RovoiWed, 01 Jul
Politics84,000 households face higher rents under the government's major social housing shake-upPacific families are being urged to prepare for higher housing costs from next year as the Government pushes ahead with reforms community housing leaders say are among the biggest in decades.Christine RovoiFri, 19 Jun
Politics'Tautua, not lip service': Aupito William Sio warns against Pacific ministry overhaulThe former Pacific Peoples Minister says proposed changes could weaken Pasifika voices inside government and undo years of work built around serving communities.Christine RovoiThu, 18 Jun
