Politics • NaoeroNaoero's united Parliament faces its biggest test yetAll 19 MPs are now backing one government but President David Adeang says unity will mean little unless it improves the lives of Naoero's people.Christine RovoiWed, 11 Nov
Politics • Papua New GuineaPNG's govt moves to limit family size as the country's population tops 10 million peoplePrime Minister James Marape says a new policy will target unplanned pregnancies as rapid population growth puts growing pressure on schools, hospitals and household finances.Christine RovoiTue, 10 Nov
Politics • VanuatuFrance holds fire as a dispute over Matthew and Hunter islands heats up with VanuatuThe French embassy in Port Vila is waiting for a new ambassador before responding to calls to cut ties with Vanuatu as the long-running dispute over Matthew and Hunter islands takes a sharper turn.PMN NewsTue, 10 Nov
Politics • TongaDoug Fiefia makes history in Utah, vows to leave the door wide open for young PasifikaThe Tongan-American is carrying more than a family name into the Utah State Senate and says he is taking his parents’ sacrifices, his traditional values and a message for young Pacific people with him.PMN NewsFri, 06 Nov
PoliticsUS Midterm results put Pacific military and seabed plans under fresh scrutiny - expertsPacific leaders and advocates are calling for greater local control, environmental safeguards and respect for indigenous rights as the new US Congress is set to scrutinise defence plans across the region.Christine RovoiThu, 05 Nov
PoliticsUS power shift could reshape Pacific plansFrom seabed minerals and military expansion to funding, Pacific communities are watching closely.Christine RovoiWed, 04 Nov
Politics • SāmoaSāmoa Opposition MP challenges suspension over committee criticismLauofo questions the parliamentary rules used to suspend him for comments made outside the House, as two other senior Opposition MPs also face possible disciplinary action.Renate RiversWed, 28 Oct
Politics‘Cruel and dangerous’: Move-on orders now enforceable, 11 days from electionParties split on repeal as police start enforcing the law; youth advocate says street whānau need support and care, not handcuffs.Thomas Tarurongo WynneTue, 27 Oct
PoliticsClichés, chameleons and preparedness: Panel scores Pacific candidate debatePacific political commentators say candidates leaned on party lines while Pacific communities waited for cost of living relief.Thomas Tarurongo WynneFri, 23 Oct
Politics • IsraelPacific support for Israel runs deep, says expert, as Forum move divides WellingtonLabour says Luxon has questions to answer, while ACT offers Israel a “warm Pacific welcome”.Thomas Tarurongo WynneThu, 22 Oct
