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Papua New Guinea

Bougainville elections: Early results signal change amid voters' independence hopes

This year's polls reflect public sentiment ahead of a potential referendum on self-rule after a 2020 vote where 98.3 per cent supported separation from Papua New Guinea.

Christine RovoiTue, 16 Sep

Pacific Region •

New Caledonia •

Solomon Islands •

France

Political turmoil in Paris creates rippling effects in New Caledonia's quest for independence

As Pacific leaders emphasised the need for unity and stability at their Forum in Honiara, New Caledonia's upcoming provincial elections and discussions on self-rule hang in the balance.

Christine RovoiMon, 15 Sep

Pacific Region •

Papua New Guinea •

Australia

Papua New Guinea forges new defence pact with Australia amid rising tensions

With concerns over China's influence in the Pacific, the agreement aims to improve military cooperation and is set to include recruitment of PNG citizens into the Australian Defence Forces.

Christine RovoiMon, 15 Sep

Pacific Region •

Vanuatu

Magnitude 6.4 earthquake strikes Vanuatu’s outer islands

A 6.4-magnitude earthquake struck near Isangel in Vanuatu, with light tremors felt in Port Vila.

'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 09 Sep

Pacific Region •

Fiji

Fiji expedition ends with urgent call for marine conservation: ‘The ocean is waiting’

National Geographic Pristine Seas wraps up its Fiji mission with sub-dives, seabed cameras, and school visits, gathering data and stories to safeguard precious biodiversity.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uMon, 08 Sep

Pacific Region •

Sāmoa •

China •

Solomon Islands

Pacific at a crossroads: Island nations navigate foreign aid relief amid geopolitical tensions

As leaders gather for the Pacific Islands Forum in Honiara, Dr Ashalyna Noa says they need to weigh the costs and benefits of engagement with other countries.

Khalia StrongMon, 08 Sep

Pacific Region •

Papua New Guinea

NZDF joins PNG in celebrating 50 years of independence and defence force history

With New Zealand’s support through personnel and aircraft, the celebrations mark both nations’ long-standing relationship.

'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 02 Sep

Pacific Region •

Fiji

Supreme Court eases path for constitutional reforms, sparks debate on minority rights in Fiji

The ruling follows concerns over the rigidity of the previous requirements and may lead to a more democratic process, as the government seeks to engage citizens in shaping the nation’s future.

Christine RovoiMon, 01 Sep