Pacific Region • TongaJapan's govt expands investment in Tonga’s key airport after multi-million-dollar upgradeJapan is boosting Tonga’s aviation and border security with a US$17.7million (NZ$29.8m) airport upgrade and a US$6m (NZ$10m) e-passport grant.'Alakihihifo VailalaFri, 26 Sep
Sports • FijiPacific Nations Cup: Fiji clinch seventh title with epic victory over JapanThe Flying Fijians have been crowned back-to-back champions at the end of a thrilling 33-27 momentum swinger against the Brave Blossoms.Christine RovoiSun, 21 Sep
Sports • IrelandSāmoa-born rugby talent joins Ireland World Cup teamIvana Kiripati says she was ‘really shocked’ to be named in the Irish women’s side, which came just ahead of their opening win over Japan.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 26 Aug
Pacific Region • TongaJapan greenlights $17.7m upgrade for Tonga’s main airportThe investment will see a new terminal expansion, passenger-boarding bridge, and apron renovations.'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 19 Aug
BusinessPacific culture and values meet global trade at Indigenous gathering in JapanA Pacific consultancy is combining principles of reciprocity, respect, and trust with business strategy at Expo 2025’s Te Aratini: Indigenous Peoples Week.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 12 Aug
EnvironmentUN raises alarm over Japanese nuclear wastewater discharge into the Pacific OceanFollowing a complaint from civil society groups, the United Nations Human Rights Council warns Japan of major environmental and public health risks.Christine RovoiTue, 20 May
SportsNew era of pro wrestling dawns in NZJapan's latest WWE-styled Tamashii is making waves in Aotearoa, bringing the theatrical drama in the ring to a new generation of fans in the Pacific.Memphis LukeFri, 29 Nov
Environment • Cook Islands • FijiTransparency 'very important' in ruined Fukushima discharge - UN nuclear chief Rafael Grossi says the decommissioning process will require many innovations and careful planning. Christine RovoiTue, 08 Oct
