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
Environment • Solomon IslandsNew Solomons PM moves to reinstate dolphin export ban days into leadershipSolomon Islands Prime Minister Matthew Wale reverses a controversial pre-election decision that briefly lifted long-standing protections and sparked concern over the country’s fisheries reputation.PMN NewsWed, 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
Pacific Region • Solomon Islands'Change is coming': Matthew Wale becomes Solomons PM after tight parliamentary voteThe 57-year-old longtime opposition leader has taken power in Honiara after a close secret ballot, promising reform at a time of growing geopolitical pressure in the Pacific.Christine RovoiFri, 15 May
Sports • Vanuatu • Solomon IslandsAuckland hit back in five-goal derby thriller as Melbourne remain perfect in leaders roundThe hosts produced a stunning second-half comeback to beat their Kiwi rivals while the Australians stayed unbeaten and Vanuatu United edged Solomon Kings.PMN NewsWed, 13 May
Law & Order • Solomon Islands • TongaCartels, submarines and deportees: How the Pacific became a drug 'pit stop' for traffickersFrom narco-sub sightings to deportee-linked gangs, the region is emerging as a new frontline in global drug trafficking.PMN NewsWed, 13 May
Arts • Solomon IslandsWeaving a new bridge: West Auckland arts centre connects with the Solomon IslandsA cultural exchange to Honiara is helping West Auckland’s Pacifica Arts Centre deepen ties with communities in the Solomons.Atutahi Potaka-DewesTue, 12 May
Sports • Vanuatu • Papua New Guinea • Solomon Islands • TahitiOFC Pro League: Saniel stars as Vanuatu Utd power past Hekari to lead Challengers GroupVanuatu United FC have opened their Challengers Group campaign in style with a 3-1 win over PNG Hekari while Solomon Kings picked up a vital 2-1 win over Tahiti United to kick off the group stage.PMN NewsFri, 08 May
Pacific Region • Solomon Islands'Watch your back': Ousted Solomons Prime Minister warns rivalsJeremiah Manele’s time as PM ended on Thursday: a no-confidence vote in Honiara hands power to a coalition and the nation into political uncertainty.Christine RovoiThu, 07 May
Pacific Region • Solomon Islands'Show us the reasons': Heated debate rocks Honiara as Jeremiah Manele’s govt hits backThe Solomon Islands government has criticised the opposition’s bid to oust the prime minister as a "baseless" power grab.Christine RovoiThu, 07 May
