Pacific RegionWorld's aid industry has little to show the Pacific - reportSince 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 • SāmoaCultural 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 RegionNew Caledonia's Congress chief outlines vision for troubled French territoryVeylma Falaeo is facing significant challenges as she tries to bridge the divide amid civil unrest.Christine RovoiWed, 27 Nov
Pacific Region • FijiPacific leaders outline foreign policy priorities amid geopolitical and climate crisesFiji'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 RegionPalau 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 tensionsTwo 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
PoliticsTrump’s re-election a wake-up call for NZ: political commentatorLocal and Pacific MPs weigh in on the political and economic consequences of one of the greatest comebacks in US history.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 07 Nov
OpinionWill's Word: Trump reclaims the White House in a divided AmericaAs Republicans celebrate and Democrats reflect, questions arise about the impact on America’s unity and future global role. Will Trump bridge divides or deepen them?William TeriteThu, 07 Nov
PoliticsAnalysis: US elections - potential political violence and presidential predictionsTwo American pundits weigh in on today’s momentous US elections, which will either see their country’s first woman president or one of the greatest political comebacks in history.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 06 Nov
Pacific RegionPalau election: Family face off in presidential battle as US, China look onAbout 17,000 Palauans headed to the polls on Tuesday to elect their new leader as the Pacific island nation’s strategic position has made it a focal point in a geopolitical tug-of-war.Christine RovoiWed, 06 Nov
