Pacific Region • NauruSecretive visit by Nauru leader raises questions over Australia's Pacific deal - media reports David Adeang met senior ministers in an unannounced visit to Canberra, sparking an inquiry about transparency and the Pacific nation’s role in Australia’s detention policy.Christine RovoiWed, 12 Nov
Pacific Region • Nauru • Solomon Islands • Fiji • Kiribati • SāmoaAustralia’s Pacific aid scrutinised as missing documents, corruption claims raise concernsAudits reveal gaps in oversight of taxpayers’ billions in regional funding and highlight the need for clearer reporting and stronger transparency to ensure aid reaches the communities it is meant to help.Christine RovoiTue, 11 Nov
Pacific Region • Nauru • ChinaNauru President re-elected amid China controversy and plans for deep sea miningDavid Adeang has been firm on the mutual benefits of the Nauru-China relationship, advocating that deep sea mining can support the Pacific island nation's sustainable development.Christine RovoiWed, 15 Oct
Pacific Region • NauruPIF praises Nauru’s 'transparent' elections as voters reject 4-year parliamentary termNauruans have delivered a mixed verdict in this year's general election and national referendum watched closely by Pacific Islands Forum observers.Christine RovoiMon, 13 Oct
Pacific Region • NauruNauruans to vote on new parliament and constitutional changeWith 60 candidates contesting 19 seats and major cultural events held across the island, Nauru is preparing for a week of politics and celebration.Christine RovoiTue, 07 Oct
Politics • Nauru • AustraliaNauru and Australia's $billion deportation deal puts lives at risk, warn rights advocatesThe United Nations and human rights groups are urging the Australian government to halt the controversial agreement with Nauru.Christine RovoiFri, 05 Sep
Pacific Region • Tonga • Nauru • Kiribati • Cook IslandsDeep sea mining: What it is and why the Pacific is at the centre of itAs demand for green tech metals grows, island nations are central to a global scramble that may reshape international law and marine ecosystems.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uMon, 21 Jul
Pacific Region • Nauru • Australia • Papua New GuineaOver $2 billion lifeline for Pacific banks amid rising challengesMajor financial lending institutions operating in small island nations are set to receive a crucial lifeline from Australia to remain viable in the region.Christine RovoiWed, 19 Mar
