News • SāmoaMajor celebration in Manurewa marks restoration of Sāmoa citizenship rightsMore than 50 Sāmoans celebrate the reinstatement of their citizenship, a significant moment of justice for those affected by a historical wrong.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 08 Jul
Pacific Region • TuvaluNew visa offers lifeline for Tuvaluans amid global climate crisisAs Tuvalu faces the threat of 'drowning' by 2050, a wave of applicants is seeking a fresh start in Australia. But what about the 'brain drain'?Christine RovoiFri, 04 Jul
Politics • TongaCalls for compassionate immigration reform, fairer pathways for NZ's Pacific familiesAn Auckland immigration consultant highlights the struggles of long-term Pacific residents facing a complex path to legal status in Aotearoa. Khalia StrongFri, 27 Jun
Politics • TongaPM defends ‘Parent Boost’ visa amid claims it excludes PasifikaPrime 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 • TongaParent Boost visa out of reach for most Pacific families, says lawyerNalesoni 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 ZealandSāmoan sentenced for migrant exploitation and corruptionThe ruling follows a five-year investigation that highlights the serious consequences of immigration fraud and protecting vulnerable workers.Christine RovoiMon, 07 Apr
Pacific Region • SāmoaA half-century fight: Restoring Tapaau’s citizenship at 90The 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 StatesPacific leaders push back against Donald Trump's immigration crackdownTonga 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 • ChinaCook Islands drops passport bid, forges ahead with China talksPrime 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 • AustraliaPacific 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
