Pacific Region • VanuatuVanuatu signs Australia security pact, visa slots return but questions over balance remainPrime Ministers Jotham Napat and Anthony Albanese signed a NZ$608.45 million Nakamal Agreement, which restores Vanuatu’s visa ballot access. But the deal falls short of visa-free travel.Christine RovoiTue, 30 Jun
Politics • Solomon Islands • ChinaSolomons govt minister wants Chinese policing programmes droppedPeter Kenilorea Jr says the government should focus on economic development partnerships with China rather than expanding security cooperation.Christine RovoiWed, 24 Jun
Pacific Region • VanuatuWhy has Vanuatu been dropped from the Pacific visa scheme?Ni-Vanuatu are no longer eligible for Australia's Pacific Engagement Visa ballot, with no public explanation from either Canberra or Port Vila.Christine RovoiWed, 24 Jun
Pacific Region • Solomon IslandsSolomon Islands PM floats idea of Pacific-wide security pactMatthew Wale's proposal comes as Pacific leaders explore a more coordinated approach to shared regional challenges.PMN NewsThu, 18 Jun
PoliticsFrom roaming dogs to a treaty: How a Niuean reality check reshaped region's security visionA light-hearted comment from Niue’s police and disaster management minister about roaming dogs has highlighted a push for a broader definition of what keeps Pacific communities safe.Christine RovoiThu, 18 Jun
Pacific Region • NiueNiue minister's dog warning cuts through Pacific security debateWhile leaders discuss geopolitics and military competition in Fiji this week, Richie Mautama reminds them security is also local and personal.Christine RovoiTue, 16 Jun
Pacific Region • Solomon Islands • ChinaSolomons PM says China security pact must stay secret despite review pledgeMatthew Wale says a controversial security agreement with Beijing cannot be made public because of a legally binding secrecy clause, just days after signalling he would review the deal.Christine RovoiFri, 12 Jun
