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Sāmoa

Sāmoa court considers culture, corruption in post-election petitions

Allegations of bribery and treating are again before the courts, spotlighting the challenging intersection of Sāmoan customs and modern electoral law.

Renate RiversFri, 24 Oct

Pacific Region

NZ aims to strengthen Pacific defence ties at key ministers’ meeting

Associate Defence Minister Chris Penk says security, climate challenges, and naval planning will top the agenda at the Defence Ministers’ summit.

Khalia StrongMon, 20 Oct

Politics •

Sāmoa

Samoa's ex-PM Fiamē sues Laaulialemalietoa for defamation over murder case claims

The former Prime Minister is seeking NZ$698,000 in damages, accusing Laaulialemalietoa and a relative of spreading false allegations linking her to an ongoing murder trial.

Renate RiversFri, 17 Oct

Environment •

Tuvalu •

Kiribati

‘A matter of survival’: Amnesty International calls for urgent reform of Aotearoa's visa rules

A new report claims that New Zealand’s migration system discriminates against Pacific people affected by climate change.

Khalia StrongThu, 09 Oct

Pacific Region •

Bougainville, Papua New Guinea

Ishmael Toroama's election victory pushes Bougainville towards independence by 2027

Tensions with Papua New Guinea escalate as the Bougainville leader prepares for a potential unilateral declaration if progress remains stalled.

Christine RovoiTue, 07 Oct

Pacific Region •

Nauru

Nauruans to vote on new parliament and constitutional change

With 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 •

Sāmoa

Spotlight on rule of law as Sāmoa PM holds Police, AG portfolios

The Sāmoa Law Society warns that credibility risks being undermined, as Laaulialemalietoa faces conspiracy charges.

Renate RiversFri, 03 Oct

Politics •

Palau •

Marshall Islands •

Tuvalu

UN must adapt to Blue Pacific, not the other way around - leaders

Pacific leaders took the 2050 Strategy to the UN, calling for climate justice, fair finance, and security defined by peace and solidarity.

Renate RiversWed, 01 Oct

Politics

Expert: Backing Israel ties Pacific nations to powerful allies - NZ risks same perception

Professor Robert Patman says Pacific nations back Israel to secure support from major powers, but warns New Zealand’s stance on Palestinian statehood risks damaging its reputation.

'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 30 Sep

Opinion •

Sāmoa •

Middle-East

Laauli’s Israel stance puts Sāmoa on shaky legal ground

By tying national policy to his personal beliefs, Fuimaono Dylan Asafo says the prime minister risks entangling Sāmoa in genocide complicity under international law.

Fuimaono Dylan AsafoThu, 25 Sep

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