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Politics •

Tonga

PM defends ‘Parent Boost’ visa amid claims it excludes Pasifika

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon insists the policy strikes the right balance despite criticism that the new visa is inaccessible for many Pacific families.

'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 10 Jun

Politics •

Tonga

Parent Boost visa out of reach for most Pacific families, says lawyer

Nalesoni Tupou says the new visa may help wealthy migrants reunite with family, but its strict financial and insurance rules exclude many Pacific whānau.

'Alakihihifo VailalaMon, 09 Jun

Law & Order •

Sāmoa •

Aotearoa New Zealand

Sāmoan sentenced for migrant exploitation and corruption

The ruling follows a five-year investigation that highlights the serious consequences of immigration fraud and protecting vulnerable workers.

Christine RovoiMon, 07 Apr

Pacific Region •

Sāmoa

A half-century fight: Restoring Tapaau’s citizenship at 90

The brother of Tapaau Lau’ese, who recently regained her right to New Zealand citizenship, is thankful his sister can travel between the two countries freely.

'Alakihihifo VailalaFri, 21 Feb

Pacific Region •

Fiji •

Tonga •

United States

Pacific leaders push back against Donald Trump's immigration crackdown

Tonga and Fiji warn that the arrival of more deported migrants will only add to the region's many problems.

Christine RovoiMon, 10 Feb

Politics •

Cook Islands •

China

Cook Islands drops passport bid, forges ahead with China talks

Prime Minister Mark Brown has ditched plans for a national passport, but continues to pursue a new deal with Beijing.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 07 Feb

Pacific Region •

Australia

Pacific migration: How aware and supportive are Australians of this policy?

A lot has changed in the landscape of Pacific-Australia migration over the last decade, but a new survey shows that Australians have much to learn about Pacific migration.

Christine RovoiWed, 05 Feb

Politics •

Sāmoa

Privy Council to parliament: Sāmoa’s citizenship battle in upcoming documentary

After a 1982 decision was overturned, Sāmoans born from 1924 to 1949 can reclaim New Zealand citizenship. Former MP Anae Arthur Anae chronicles the fight in a film eyeing a Netflix release.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 05 Feb

Pacific Region •

Tuvalu

'Is this really fale pili?' Tuvaluans raise concerns about treaty

While Australia's landmark climate migration pact with Tuvalu is supported across the Pacific, many Tuvaluans have mixed feelings about the agreement.

Christine RovoiTue, 14 Jan

News

Pacific population bucks NZ trends

Sociologist Paul Spoonley says Pasifika communities are younger and more fertile than the national average.

Khalia StrongThu, 19 Dec

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