Politics • SāmoaPower struggle grows over new Sāmoa district appointmentsCritics warn reforms to the Fono Fa’avae risk sidelining local voices as the government defends its appointments.Renate RiversWed, 11 Feb
Politics • JapanJapan Prime Minister's supermajority could reshape security for the Pacific, experts saySanae Takaichi's historic landslide win last weekend gives government the power to double defence spending, revise the constitution, and take a tougher line on China with major implications for the Pacific.Christine RovoiTue, 10 Feb
PoliticsPacific leaders read the signals from Waitangi after tense Māori and Crown discussionsFrom climate priorities to indigenous relationships, Māori and Pacific leaders say discussions and tensions seen at Waitangi are being closely watched across the region.Khalia StrongMon, 09 Feb
Pacific Region • TongaGermany marks 150 years of ties with Tonga during ministerial visitWhile in Nuku'alofa, German Foreign Minister Dr Wadephul suggests the European Union could be more flexible, active, and visible in the Pacific.PMN NewsFri, 06 Feb
Politics • TokelauTokelau heads to the polls after storm delaysPolling stations opened 9am (NZT) on Thursday for the 2026 general election.RNZ PacificThu, 05 Feb
Politics • Hawai'iHawaiian delegation stands with Māori at Waitangi gatheringKa Lāhui Hawaiʻi has travelled to NZ's Far North in a show of indigenous solidarity as Māori leaders face renewed political pressure over Te Tiriti.Khalia StrongThu, 05 Feb
Politics • SāmoaSāmoa approves millions in school payout as funding questions remainThe government has approved a nationwide back-to-school payment but has yet to explain how the one-off assistance will be funded.Renate RiversWed, 28 Jan
Politics • SāmoaSāmoa PM challenged by village chiefs over district appointmentA dispute between the Prime Minister and community leaders in Faasaleleaga II has raised questions about political influence in village matters.Renate RiversFri, 23 Jan
PoliticsPacific nations warned to guard sovereignty as Greenland tensions riseA law expert says renewed US interest in Greenland highlights the risks small nations face from global powers.Khalia StrongThu, 22 Jan
Law & Order • SāmoaFormer Sāmoa PM facing criminal defamation chargesTuilaepa Sailele Malielegaoi is expected to be charged with criminal defamation and electronic harassment after complaints.Renate RiversThu, 22 Jan
