Politics • Sāmoa • IsraelSāmoa set to open embassy in Jerusalem, becoming the third Pacific nation to do soPrime Minister Laaulialemalietoa Polataivao Schmidt has announced plans for Sāmoa to establish an embassy in Jerusalem this year, following similar moves by Fiji and Papua New Guinea.RNZ PacificSat, 10 Jan
PoliticsUS withdrawal from global bodies raises concern for the Pacific's climate efforts - expertsPresident Donald Trump has ordered the United States to pull out of dozens of international organisations, including key climate and regional bodies.Christine RovoiFri, 09 Jan
Politics • United StatesPacific eyes on rising US strikes in Venezuela amid deaths at seaThe attacks follow another deadly operation in the Pacific Ocean amid concerns about growing military action, security, and the impact on Pacific waters.Christine RovoiSun, 04 Jan
Politics • TongaTonga's Crown Prince set to retain key foreign affairs and defence roles in new cabinetNew Prime Minister Lord Fakafanua says Tupouto’a Ulukalala will continue as Minister of Foreign Affairs and Defence, marking the first announcement of the new government lineup.RNZ PacificTue, 23 Dec
Politics • TongaFresh warning as Tonga PM defends citizenship investment schemeA lawyer says Tonga risks repeating past mistakes as the Prime Minister argues selling citizenship to foreign investors could help fix a billion dollar deficit.'Alakihihifo VailalaFri, 19 Dec
Politics • SāmoaSāmoa PM threatens legal action, opposition leader suspended in ParliamentA ministerial statement warning of legal action over alleged misinformation sparked confrontation, leading the Speaker to suspend Tuilaepa Sailele Malielegaoi for 24 hours.Renate RiversWed, 17 Dec
Politics • SāmoaLeaked rules spark concern over press freedom in SāmoaProposed media rules in Sāmoa, which the government says are not intended to restrict the media, have reignited press freedom concerns.Renate RiversWed, 17 Dec
PoliticsPapatoetoe election to be re-run after court finds vote irregularitiesA judge has ordered a fresh poll after ruling that irregularities materially affected the result.PMN NewsTue, 16 Dec
Politics • TongaTonga’s new PM sparks wide debate amid praise and concern Tonga elected its first Noble Prime Minister in more than a decade but pro-democracy advocates warn it could undermine democratic reforms. 'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 16 Dec
PoliticsHousing, scholarships, language revival mark 2025 for Shane RetiThe Minister for Pacific Peoples reflects on a year of life-changing outcomes for Pasifika communities, while outlining MPP’s future and regional priorities.Khalia StrongTue, 16 Dec
