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Pacific Region •

Papua New Guinea •

Australia •

China •

United States

PNG's sovereignty concerns delay defence deal with Australia amid China tensions

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is set to address Beijing’s expanding influence in the Pacific during an important meeting with US President Donald Trump.

Christine RovoiThu, 18 Sep

Law & Order •

West Papua

Duo charged in gun trafficking case linked to kidnapped Kiwi pilot and West Papuan rebels

The case highlights ongoing tensions in the Indonesian province, where calls for independence are growing amid accusations of human rights abuses and corruption.

Christine RovoiThu, 18 Sep

Opinion •

United States •

Aotearoa New Zealand

Will’s Word: Holding on to our shared humanity during divisive times

Conflict dominates our headlines and social feeds. Can we reclaim the art of respectful debate before division tears us further apart?

William TeriteTue, 16 Sep

Pacific Region •

New Caledonia •

Solomon Islands •

France

Political turmoil in Paris creates rippling effects in New Caledonia's quest for independence

As Pacific leaders emphasised the need for unity and stability at their Forum in Honiara, New Caledonia's upcoming provincial elections and discussions on self-rule hang in the balance.

Christine RovoiMon, 15 Sep

Pacific Region •

Papua New Guinea •

Australia

Papua New Guinea forges new defence pact with Australia amid rising tensions

With concerns over China's influence in the Pacific, the agreement aims to improve military cooperation and is set to include recruitment of PNG citizens into the Australian Defence Forces.

Christine RovoiMon, 15 Sep