PoliticsPMs Laauli and Luxon ‘unofficially’ talk health, security and Sāmoa’s future, in AucklandIt was meant to be a goodwill visit, but the Sāmoa and New Zealand leaders ended up discussing drugs, health, remittances, and climate goals.Renate RiversMon, 10 Nov
Politics • Cook IslandsConcerns raised over Cook Islands aid freeze, says Alfred NgaroThe former government minister says residents in the Pacific nation are losing trust and confidence in their government ahead of next year’s election.'Alakihihifo VailalaMon, 10 Nov
Politics • SāmoaWinston Peters signals support for visa-free travel petition for Pacific nationalsThe Foreign Affairs Minister says New Zealand will work closely with Sāmoa on a petition calling for visa-free travel for Pacific nationals.'Alakihihifo VailalaThu, 06 Nov
Politics • SāmoaLaaulialemalietoa pledges to raise Pacific visa issue with New Zealand governmentSāmoa’s leader has committed to addressing the issue of visa-free travel for Pacific citizens directly with New Zealand’s Prime Minister, saying the movement “deserves government authority”.Renate RiversWed, 05 Nov
PoliticsLuxon defends PACER Plus as PNG pushes for separate trade dealThe Prime Minister says New Zealand remains committed to PACER Plus despite Papua New Guinea’s push for a separate bilateral trade deal.'Alakihihifo VailalaWed, 05 Nov
Politics • Aotearoa New ZealandConfidential documents reveal Pacific Ministry raised concerns over census overhaulInternal advice shows the minister was warned that replacing the traditional census with administrative data would have negative implications.'Alakihihifo VailalaWed, 05 Nov
PoliticsNew Pacific leadership appointments for PBT and languages boardsPacific Peoples Minister Dr Shane Reti says the new leaders will aim to continue to drive economic growth and cultural preservation in our communities.'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 04 Nov
Politics • Aotearoa New Zealand‘Worse by the day’: Iwi leaders step in amid Te Pāti Māori turmoilNgāti Kahungunu chair Bayden Barber says iwi leaders are meeting with Māori Party officials in Wellington to help resolve internal tensions.'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 04 Nov
Politics • United StatesUS govt shutdown sends shockwaves through the Pacific and opens door for changeAs Washington stalls, Pacific island nations face both risk and choice as tens of thousands of federal workers are sent home without pay.Christine RovoiMon, 03 Nov
PoliticsFormer National MP calls for three-month visa waiver for PasifikaAnae Arthur Anae is urging the New Zealand government to make the change as the deadline for a petition looms.Khalia StrongThu, 30 Oct
