Environment • Palau • Tuvalu • FijiFrom Palau to the wider Pacific: Islands holding on amid rising seasAs climate change drives stronger storms and rising sea levels, communities are preparing for a future where some people may need to move.Christine RovoiTue, 21 Apr
Pacific Region • Solomon Islands • Tonga • PalauPacific on high alert as leaders trigger crisis pact over fuel fearsLeaders activate Biketawa Declaration as rising petrol costs push island nations into emergency measures and force a region-wide response.RNZ PacificSat, 18 Apr
Pacific Region • Vanuatu • Tuvalu • PalauPacific leaders demand real finance as region unites ahead of global fossil fuel conferenceAs the world prepares for landmark talks in Colombia, Pacific nations say funding - not promises - will decide whether they can move away from fossil fuels.Christine RovoiThu, 16 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
Politics • PalauPalau says partnership with the US makes it safer as tensions growPresident Surangel Whipps Jr. says American presence deters threats, as small Pacific nations balance security and pressure from major powers.'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 14 Apr
Law & Order • Fiji • PalauPalau Senate leader’s son in Fiji court after anti-drug operationLagomarsino Baules, the son of Palau Senate President Hokkons Baules, remains in custody in Fiji.Christine RovoiTue, 10 Mar
Politics • PalauPalau opens doors to dialogue partners ahead of Pacific Islands Forum leaders meeting As Palau prepares to host regional leaders, President Whipps says all dialogue partners are invited back and outlines plans to strengthen ties with New Zealand.'Alakihihifo VailalaFri, 30 Jan
Politics • Kiribati • PalauNZ moves to reset Pacific ties as Peters wraps up regional tourThe Foreign Minister has completed a full sweep of Pacific Islands Forum nations, with the Kiribati stop a signal to renew trust, partnership, and regional unity.'Alakihihifo VailalaThu, 22 Jan
Summer • Federated States of Micronesia • Palau • Marshall IslandsOperation Xmas Drop 2025: US and allies deliver hope to remote Pacific communitiesFor more than 70 years, the annual Operation Christmas Drop has brought food, supplies and festive cheer to the islands.Christine RovoiMon, 22 Dec
Politics • Palau • Marshall Islands • TuvaluUN must adapt to Blue Pacific, not the other way around - leadersPacific 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
