Pacific Region • Fiji • Papua New GuineaFijian families squeezed as financial pressures push students out of uniNew figures show how rising household costs are reaching into education with students struggling to afford fees, food and transport.Christine RovoiTue, 11 Aug
Politics • Nauru • Papua New Guinea • FijiRepublic of Naoero: Nauru's new name comes amid plan for Jerusalem embassyThe Pacific nation has officially changed its name to the Republic of Naoero, as experts warn its planned embassy in Jerusalem reflects the growing pressure small island states face in global diplomacy.Christine RovoiThu, 30 Jul
Sports • Papua New GuineaZac Lomax backs PNG Chiefs to 'shock the NRL' after signing for club's 2028 debutThe former State of Origin star has become the latest marquee signing for the Chiefs as the club continues to build a powerhouse roster ahead of its historic 2028 debut.PMN NewsMon, 27 Jul
Pacific Region • Papua New Guinea12 bodies recovered in PNG maritime disasters as searches continuePapua New Guinea authorities are managing several separate cases of missing people due to boating incidents in recent days.RNZ PacificSat, 25 Jul
Politics • Papua New GuineaMore Pacific defence partnerships likely after PNG and NZ sign agreement, expert saysThe new three-year defence deal is expected to deepen military cooperation between the two countries through joint training, maritime surveillance and new technologies.Christine RovoiFri, 24 Jul
Sports • Fiji • Papua New Guinea • Solomon IslandsPacific football eyes historic World Cup haul as Fiji and New Zealand set up OFC U16 finalFiji have secured their place at the 2027 FIFA Under-17 World Cup in Qatar while Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands will battle for Oceania's final World Cup ticket.PMN NewsThu, 23 Jul
Politics • Papua New Guinea • ChinaEnvoy warns Pacific strategic contest is shifting as PNG says it will close Taiwan officeAndrew Shearer says Western democracies are struggling to keep pace with China's growing influence across the region as Papua New Guinea says it will close Taiwan's representative office.Christine RovoiMon, 20 Jul
Sports • Papua New Guinea • AustraliaAustralia's record $600m Pacific rugby deal tied to 'invisible string', report claimsCanberra is using sports as a strategic tool to deepen its influence in the Pacific but critics warn the focus on league could leave rugby union nations such as Fiji looking elsewhere, including China.PMN NewsWed, 15 Jul
Pacific Region • Papua New GuineaPNG leader backs cabinet minister's criticism of taxpayer-funded overseas tripsPrime Minister James Marape says William Bando made a "fair call" after criticising large overseas delegations and the PM is urging greater accountability for taxpayer-funded travel.Christine RovoiTue, 14 Jul
Sports • Papua New Guinea • FijiFiji, PNG make winning starts as Pacific youth chase World Cup dreamOceania’s next generation are in Port Moresby for the OFC U16 Men’s Championship as they chase a place at the FIFA U17 World Cup.Christine RovoiMon, 13 Jul
