Pacific RegionNew Zealand warns Pacific missing out as tuna fleets avoid access fees on the high seasOceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones says the region can earn more from the world's richest tuna fishery but fleets operating beyond national waters continue to deny the islands valuable income.Christine RovoiThu, 02 Jul
Pacific Region • Marshall Islands • Middle-EastPacific ministers confront ‘triple shock’ as global tensions threaten region Finance ministers are meeting in the Marshall Islands as global instability fuels rising energy costs, import prices and food insecurity across the region. Khalia StrongTue, 23 Jun
Pacific Region • Solomon IslandsSolomon Islands PM floats idea of Pacific-wide security pactMatthew Wale's proposal comes as Pacific leaders explore a more coordinated approach to shared regional challenges.PMN NewsThu, 18 Jun
Politics • United StatesUS weighs potential fuel lifeline for the Pacific as regional crisis deepens, Winston Peters saysThe Foreign Minister says Washington has raised the idea of helping supply fuel to vulnerable Pacific nations as concerns grow over reserves, shipping disruption, and instability in the Middle East.'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 21 Apr
Pacific RegionPacific faces growing ‘polycrisis’ as climate change drives security risks across regionA major report warns the Pacific is under pressure from rising seas, cyber threats, organised crime, and global power rivalry, with climate change risks still identified as the region’s greatest threat.'Alakihihifo VailalaFri, 17 Apr
Politics • PalauNo risk to Palau Forum travel but NZ ready to step in if Pacific fuel pressure grows - LuxonPrime Minister Christopher Luxon says there is no immediate threat to Pacific leaders travelling to Palau for this year’s Forum as New Zealand stands ready to help if needed.'Alakihihifo VailalaWed, 15 Apr
Pacific Region • FijiAsian Development Bank expands Pacific footprint with Suva hub and new PIF agreementADB is deepening its Pacific engagement having already invested billions of dollars across the region. But who is the bank, how does it work, and what exactly does it do for island nations?Samson SamasoniSat, 21 Feb
Politics • PalauPalau opens doors to dialogue partners ahead of Pacific Islands Forum leaders meeting As Palau prepares to host regional leaders, President Whipps says all dialogue partners are invited back and outlines plans to strengthen ties with New Zealand.'Alakihihifo VailalaFri, 30 Jan
EnvironmentPacific leaders are at COP30 with a simple message: Keep 1.5°C alive and give us moneyWith negotiations intensifying in Belém, Pacific voices warn that the cost of inaction is already being felt across the islands, urging action before it’s too late.Renate RiversTue, 18 Nov
Politics • AsiaNZ positioned to boost ties between Pacific and ASEAN at summitAs opportunities for deeper regional cooperation emerge, Christopher Luxon envisions New Zealand as a vital connector between the Pacific and Asia.'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 28 Oct
