Politics • French Polynesia TahitiFrench Polynesia's Assembly backs UN mission to TahitiThe 54-3 vote brings pro-independence and pro-autonomy groups together but they remain divided over the territory's political future.Christine RovoiTue, 29 Sep
Politics • SāmoaACT open to trial of visa-free travel for Sāmoa, Seymour saysThe ACT Party leader says access could be tested for a year and cancelled if people breach the conditions.PMN NewsFri, 25 Sep
Politics • Cook IslandsUS ambassador rejects military base claims over Penrhyn wharfJared Novelly says Washington is not discussing a military base at Tongareva amid calls for the long-awaited wharf to create opportunities for locals.PMN NewsFri, 25 Sep
Politics • GuamGuam pushes US to fund infrastructure strained by military buildup in territoryA delegation has presented US federal officials with data showing the pressure on hospitals, utilities, housing and other services as Washington expands US military presence in the Pacific nation.Christine RovoiThu, 24 Sep
PoliticsAotearoa and Australia link naval operations under new Plan TasmanThe agreement brings the two navies closer in training, information sharing, capability development and operations as regional security concerns grow.Christine RovoiWed, 23 Sep
Politics • Solomon IslandsTreaty row grows after leaked message links funding and PM's no-confidence motionSolomon Islands Deputy Prime Minister Francis Sade rejects claims the Australian funding talks were politically motivated as the Opposition calls for answers over the proposed deal.Christine RovoiMon, 21 Sep
Politics • Cook IslandsCook Islands port deal puts focus on military use of infrastructure in the Pacific - law expertAl Gillespie says ports, airports and wharves can take on a military role as outside powers compete for a stronger foothold in the Pacific.PMN NewsThu, 17 Sep
PoliticsLabour pledges wider visa-waiver travel for Pacific visitors The party says its proposal would make it easier and more affordable for Pacific families to bring relatives to New Zealand.PMN NewsThu, 17 Sep
PoliticsChina building coast guard presence in Pacific waters east of Taiwan, analysts say Repeated Chinese Coast Guard patrols are bringing increased attention to key sea lanes linking Taiwan with the Philippines and the wider Pacific.Christine RovoiWed, 16 Sep
Politics • Sāmoa • Tonga • FijiTwo-year overstayer window welcomed but advocate says trust remains bigger hurdleThe proposed clemency window is being hailed as a chance to reset but Pacific community leader Anae Arthur Anae says rebuilding trust in the immigration system is the harder task.Thomas Tarurongo WynneMon, 14 Sep
