Pacific Region • Fiji • Israel • Middle-EastIsrael opens high-tech diplomatic base in Fiji as protests erupt over Gaza war falloutIsrael has opened an embassy in Suva, expanding its Pacific presence despite criticism from some in the region.PMN NewsThu, 04 Jun
PoliticsPacific aid rises as domestic cuts hit Ministry for Pacific Peoples in Budget26The Government is pumping money: New Zealand is increasing its support for Pacific nations in Budget 2026, while tightening spending at home with cuts to the MPP and a spotlight on public sector savings.William TeriteThu, 28 May
Election • FijiFiji election campaign opens as opposition raises fresh questions over timing of the voteOpposition Leader Inia Seruiratu is questioning when the next general election will be held as concerns grow over delays to local polls and public trust in the process.Christine RovoiWed, 27 May
Pacific Region • Vanuatu • Australia • ChinaVanuatu to sign new deals with Australia, China as PM defends sovereignty concernsPrime Minister Jotham Napat says the two major cooperation agreements with China and Australia are needed to protect Vanuatu’s independence.PMN NewsTue, 26 May
Pacific Region • West PapuaWest Papua violence escalates as calls grow to expel Indonesia from Pacific regional groupsWest Papuan leader Benny Wenda is urging Pacific leaders to strip Indonesia of its MSG and PIF roles as deadly clashes and fresh claims of violence and killings deepen tensions in the region.PMN NewsTue, 26 May
Politics • New CaledoniaFrance expands New Caledonia voter rolls ahead of June electionsThe delayed move by the National Assembly in Paris has been welcomed by some but criticised by others who warn it risks deepening political tensions.PMN NewsMon, 25 May
Pacific Region • Solomon Islands'Pacific is watching': The Solomon Islands leadership change draws regional focusAnalysts say the election of Prime Minister Matthew Wale could shape how the region handles leadership, foreign influence, and its future direction.Christine RovoiSun, 24 May
Election • FijiFiji Prime Minister postpones local govt elections, cites global economic pressuresSitiveni Rabuka has deferred the country's municipal elections until after the next general election, saying rising global economic pressures and fiscal constraints have forced the delay.PMN NewsThu, 21 May
Pacific Region • NiueNiue names Cabinet after tight election, maintains gender balanced governmentPrime Minister Dalton Tagelagi's four-member Cabinet continues the country’s gender-balanced executive and turns focus to cost of living, services, and infrastructure pressures.Christine RovoiWed, 20 May
Pacific Region • Solomon IslandsWale's new govt takes shape amid shifting political loyalties in the Solomon IslandsSenior posts have been handed to experienced figures after a tense period in parliament marked by defections and a tight leadership contest as focus turns to how they will govern and hold the numbers.Christine RovoiMon, 18 May
