Pacific Region • Solomon IslandsWale's new govt takes shape amid shifting political loyalties in the Solomon IslandsSenior posts have been handed to experienced figures after a tense period in parliament marked by defections and a tight leadership contest as focus turns to how they will govern and hold the numbers.Christine RovoiMon, 18 May
Pacific Region • Solomon Islands'Change is coming': Matthew Wale becomes Solomons PM after tight parliamentary voteThe 57-year-old longtime opposition leader has taken power in Honiara after a close secret ballot, promising reform at a time of growing geopolitical pressure in the Pacific.Christine RovoiFri, 15 May
Election • NiueTagelagi secures third term as Niue PM after tight Assembly voteThe 57-year-old returns after a narrow 11-9 leadership vote, with the new Assembly divided and focus turns to how the government will function.Renate RiversThu, 14 May
Pacific Region • NauruNauru MPs approve name change to Naoero ahead of referendumParliament has backed a plan to rename the country with a national referendum now required to finalise the change.PMN NewsWed, 13 May
Pacific Region • Solomon Islands'Watch your back': Ousted Solomons Prime Minister warns rivalsJeremiah Manele’s time as PM ended on Thursday: a no-confidence vote in Honiara hands power to a coalition and the nation into political uncertainty.Christine RovoiThu, 07 May
Pacific Region • Solomon Islands'Show us the reasons': Heated debate rocks Honiara as Jeremiah Manele’s govt hits backThe Solomon Islands government has criticised the opposition’s bid to oust the prime minister as a "baseless" power grab.Christine RovoiThu, 07 May
Politics • Solomon IslandsPM Jeremiah Manele to face no-confidence voteThe Solomon Islands Prime Minister is being forced to face a vote that could end his leadership.PMN NewsWed, 06 May
Pacific Region • Solomon IslandsDecision Day: Solomons court orders PM to face ‘no confidence’ vote in parliament by 7 MayThe political tug-of-war in Solomon Islands is nearing its end after the Court of Appeal ordered Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele to face Parliament next week or risk being forced out.Christine RovoiFri, 01 May
Pacific Region • Solomon IslandsSolomon Islands PM to face no-confidence vote within days, says judgeJeremiah Manele must recall parliament within three days, the Chief Justice rules, and failure to act could trigger an intervention by the Governor-General.RNZ PacificTue, 14 Apr
Local Democracy ReportingTāmaki Makaurau promised growth but Pacific leaders warn City Deal lacks actionBig plans for jobs and housing but no money, no timelines, and little change yet for Māori and Pacific communities.Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataSat, 11 Apr
