Politics • Cook Islands • SāmoaTyler Oroanu is set to amplify young voices in NZ Youth Parliament Representing Labour MP Jenny Salesa, the young leader from Panmure-Ōtāhuhu is among over 150 youth ready to shake up Parliament next month.'Alakihihifo VailalaFri, 06 Jun
Politics • Papua New Guinea28 years later: NZ to host Bougainville talks for a peaceful futureSir Jerry Mateparae will lead the consultations aimed at addressing outstanding issues following a non-binding referendum in 2019.'Alakihihifo VailalaThu, 05 Jun
Politics • SāmoaSāmoa Parliament formally dissolved, elections expected within three monthsThis follows the rejection of the government’s Budget amid the ongoing political instability exacerbated by recent party splits and no-confidence motions against the Prime Minister. 'Alakihihifo VailalaWed, 04 Jun
Politics • Sāmoa'There’s an army coming behind me', warns Anae as he joins King’s Honours rollThe National Party's first Pacific MP, Anae Arthur Anae, recognised for services to the Sāmoan community, says a new generation of leaders won't accept being treated differently.'Alakihihifo VailalaMon, 02 Jun
PoliticsDavid Seymour sworn in as NZ’s Deputy Prime MinisterPromising reform and accountability, the ACT Party leader takes over from NZ First leader Vaovasamanaia Winston Peters.'Alakihihifo VailalaSat, 31 May
PoliticsSuper-council plan for Porirua: Pacific leaders weigh in on referendum While the mayor stresses a need for modernisation, Pasifika call for equitable engagement to ensure all voices are heard in the decision-making process.Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterSat, 31 May
Politics • TongaPacific leaders urge continuity in support amid Budget 2025 cutsJenny Salesa and Rachel Afeaki-Taumoepeau warn that the funding changes threaten Pacific communities and businesses'Alakihihifo VailalaThu, 29 May
Politics • SāmoaPolitical turmoil in Sāmoa: PM calls for early election after historic Budget defeatWith a vote of 34 to 16, the fallout has led to a dissolution of Parliament as Cabinet prepares to assume a caretaker role.'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 27 May
PoliticsShane Reti defends $36m cut to Pacific Ministry as 'growth’The Pacific Peoples Minister says Budget 2025 focuses on efficiency and economic growth.'Alakihihifo VailalaSat, 24 May
Politics • United States‘Preferred partner’: Baron Waqa calls for stronger US commitment Despite recent diplomatic strains among Pacific nations, the secretary-general of the Pacific Islands Forum says unity and collaboration are key to addressing the region’s shared vulnerabilities'Alakihihifo VailalaSat, 24 May
