Pacific Region • Federated States of Micronesia • Marshall Islands • PalauUS watchdog moves to expand healthcare for Pacific veterans after care gaps are flaggedVeterans in Palau, Micronesia and the Marshall Islands face long trips for specialist care with the US Department of Veterans Affairs saying access remains limited across the Pacific region.PMN NewsWed, 07 Oct
Sports • TongaFrom Tonga to a 161km ultra: Duane Harris takes on next big testAfter beating a 100km mountain race, the former US soldier is preparing for an even longer challenge that will push him beyond 24 hours on the trail.PMN NewsSat, 03 Oct
Politics • Cook IslandsUS ambassador rejects military base claims over Penrhyn wharfJared Novelly says Washington is not discussing a military base at Tongareva amid calls for the long-awaited wharf to create opportunities for locals.PMN NewsFri, 25 Sep
Politics • GuamGuam pushes US to fund infrastructure strained by military buildup in territoryA delegation has presented US federal officials with data showing the pressure on hospitals, utilities, housing and other services as Washington expands US military presence in the Pacific nation.Christine RovoiThu, 24 Sep
ElectionGreens target political influence as Pacific security enters NZ's general election debateTeanau Tuiono says tighter controls on political money are needed as he questions growing US involvement in the Pacific.Thomas Tarurongo WynneWed, 23 Sep
Politics • Cook IslandsCook Islands port deal puts focus on military use of infrastructure in the Pacific - law expertAl Gillespie says ports, airports and wharves can take on a military role as outside powers compete for a stronger foothold in the Pacific.PMN NewsThu, 17 Sep
Pacific Region • Papua New GuineaPNG soldier’s journey highlights deepening Australia defence tiesCaptain Aquila Jack has seen the Australia-Papua New Guinea defence relationship from both sides. Now, that partnership is set to enter a new phase.Christine RovoiThu, 20 Aug
Pacific Region • FijiFiji military urged to review pregnancy rules for peacekeepersA UN gender report has found women in Fiji's army who become pregnant before or during deployments are removed from missions.Christine RovoiThu, 09 Jul
