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How Trump’s 'America first' policies could impact NZ and Pacific

From executive actions on climate and trade to a possible overhaul of US-Pacific relations, Donald Trump’s second inauguration marks a shift in US foreign policy.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 21 Jan

Summer

News stories to watch for in 2025

Pacific Mornings’ host William Terite predicts what he thinks will dominate the headlines in the New Year.

William TeriteWed, 01 Jan

Pacific Region

Block resignation topples New Caledonia's government

The tensions came to a head over the past few months, following the destructive and deadly insurrectional riots that started on 13 May.

Patrick Decloitre, RNZ Correspondent French Pacific DeskWed, 25 Dec

Opinion •

Tuvalu •

Kiribati

Superpower rivalry makes Pacific aid a bargaining chip - expert

Sione Tekiteki, a senior law lecturer at Auckland University of Technology, says vulnerable island nations are still losing out.

Sione TekitekiMon, 23 Dec

Pacific Region

World's aid industry has little to show the Pacific - report

Since 2008, the island nations have received more than NZ$40 billion in development assistance but the Lowy Institute says aid should be about more than geopolitics.

Christine RovoiFri, 06 Dec

Politics •

Sāmoa

Cultural practice denied as first Sāmoan MP sworn into Victoria’s parliament

The Green Party's Anasina Grey-Barberio has become the newest member of the legislative council in Melbourne, but the historic moment was overshadowed by political protocol.

Khalia StrongThu, 28 Nov

Pacific Region

New Caledonia's Congress chief outlines vision for troubled French territory

Veylma Falaeo is facing significant challenges as she tries to bridge the divide amid civil unrest.

Christine RovoiWed, 27 Nov

Pacific Region •

Fiji

Pacific leaders outline foreign policy priorities amid geopolitical and climate crises

Fiji's Sitiveni Rabuka and Vanuatu's Charlot Salwai have launched their first international blueprints that they hope will elevate the Pacific voice.

Christine RovoiMon, 18 Nov

Pacific Region

Palau election: 'We have a winner'

Incumbent President Surangel Whipps Jr is set to return to office, a media expert says.

Christine RovoiFri, 08 Nov

Politics

'Tread carefully’: Pacific warned over US-China tensions

Two political commentators share similar sentiments on “self-interest” with President-elect Donald Trump, with one warning the Pacific to steer clear of the US-China tensions.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 08 Nov

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