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Politics •

Tuvalu •

Solomon Islands

Tuvalu shifts focus to local and regional solutions as global climate talks fall short

Ahead of next month’s Pacific Islands Forum Leaders’ Meeting in Honiara, Prime Minister Feleti Teo says Tuvalu will prioritise climate change, sea level rise, and more reliable regional initiatives.

'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 26 Aug

Politics

Winston Peters says China “too clever by half” in PIF row

The Foreign Affairs Minister criticises China’s denial of any interference in the Pacific Islands Forum.

'Alakihihifo VailalaThu, 21 Aug

Politics

David Seymour backs NZ’s bid to host PIF Leaders Meeting, urges regional commitment

The Deputy Prime Minister says hosting the PIF Leaders Meeting in 2027 is vital for New Zealand's continued engagement in the regional discussions.

'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 19 Aug

Politics •

Tuvalu

NZ raises alarm as Tuvalu considers PIF boycott over Solomons’ exclusion of partners

With the future of regional unity at stake, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon calls for all participants to uphold their commitments to the Pacific Islands Forum.

'Alakihihifo VailalaMon, 18 Aug

Politics

NZ bids to host Pacific Islands Forum amid tensions over exclusion of dialogue partners

Foreign Affairs Minister Vaovasamanaia Winston Peters says the Solomon Islands' move to block dialogue partners risks sending the wrong message at a time when Pacific nations need urgent support.

'Alakihihifo VailalaSat, 16 Aug

Pacific Region •

Fiji

Fiji's 'Ocean for Peace' plan set for approval at Pacific leaders' summit

Aiming for unity and economic sustainability, Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says the initiative addresses crucial issues in the region.

Teuila Fuatai, RNZ Pacific senior journalistFri, 15 Aug

Opinion •

Solomon Islands

Will’s Word: The Pacific Islands Forum feels like the United Nations 2.0

Solomon Islands’ plan to keep global powers out of the forum may give Pacific nations space to talk but could also signal shifting allegiances.

William TeriteFri, 15 Aug

Politics •

Solomon Islands

Solomon Islands stands by PIF partner ban

The government in Honiara has excluded 21 partners from next month’s leaders’ summit.

'Alakihihifo VailalaThu, 14 Aug

Politics

NZ flags ‘worse than 2021’ rift risk from external influence

Foreign Minister Winston Peters warns that increasing outside interference in the PIF could lead to a split “worse” than the 2021 Micronesian walkout.

'Alakihihifo VailalaThu, 14 Aug

Politics

Pacific Islands Forum: Expert on why region's ‘Mini-UN’ matters

Sione Tekiteki explains PIF's origins, role, and why it must adapt fast amid climate threats, deep sea mining debates, and rising geopolitical tensions.

'Alakihihifo VailalaWed, 13 Aug

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