Pacific RegionPacific unity tested in Fiji as Forum ministers fail to agree on China missile test responsePacific foreign ministers have ended talks in Suva without agreeing on a joint response to China's July missile test, exposing regional divisions amid calls for unity ahead of this month's leaders' summit in Palau.Christine RovoiFri, 07 Aug
Pacific Region • PalauPalau caught in superpower rivalry as US military build-up divides island nationAs the United States expands its presence in Palau to counter China, some locals see greater security while others fear their home is becoming a target. The debate has now reached the United Nations.PMN NewsMon, 03 Aug
Environment • Cook Islands • PalauExpert says Pacific seabed minerals becoming next test of regional sovereigntyProfessor Steven Ratuva says the race for seabed minerals is set to be the next major geopolitical challenge for the region as Pacific leaders stress that decisions must remain in Pasifika hands.Christine RovoiWed, 29 Jul
Politics$20m Pacific Islands Forum budget faces $30m cost estimateNZ says it has tightened costs for its Forum hosting role after documents reveal the event was initially expected to cost more than budgeted.Kaya Selby, RNZ Pacific journalistWed, 15 Jul
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
