Sports • Solomon Islands • TuvaluSolomon Islands clinch OFC Futsal Men’s Cup with emphatic win over scoreless TuvaluThe Kurukuru delivered a ruthless 7-0 performance in Suva, showcasing their trademark speed and precision while Tuvalu bowed out with pride after their long-awaited return to the tournament.PMN NewsWed, 24 Sep
Pacific Region • Vanuatu • China • Papua New Guinea • Solomon IslandsChina and Vanuatu to strengthen ties with police agreementBeijing is set to improve its presence in the Pacific following a donation of law enforcement equipment valued at over NZ$700,000.Christine RovoiTue, 23 Sep
Education • Solomon IslandsSolomon Islands introduces policy to balance AI benefits and exam integrityEducation Minister Tozen Leokana says the initiative highlights the importance of accessibility and the need to support students in rural communities.'Alakihihifo VailalaMon, 15 Sep
Pacific Region • New Caledonia • Solomon Islands • FrancePolitical turmoil in Paris creates rippling effects in New Caledonia's quest for independenceAs 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
Politics • Solomon IslandsManele warns against power competition at PIF Leaders MeetingOpening the plenary session of the 54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting in Honiara on Wednesday, Solomon Islands PM Jeremiah Manele urges Pacific leaders to stand united.'Alakihihifo Vailala in HoniaraWed, 10 Sep
Politics • Solomon IslandsLeaders to gather in Munda for PIF retreat amid controversies and pursuit of regional unity This year’s Pacific Islands Forum meeting will focus on fostering unity and advancing Fiji’s ‘Ocean of Peace’ initiative despite the exclusion of key dialogue partners.'Alakihihifo Vailala in HoniaraWed, 10 Sep
Opinion • Solomon Islands • Aotearoa New ZealandUnity on trial as Pacific leaders gather in the Solomon IslandsThe Pacific Islands Forum opens in Honiara with no dialogue partners, competing agendas, and sharp words from Winston Peters and Christopher Luxon.William TeriteWed, 10 Sep
Pacific Region • Sāmoa • China • Solomon IslandsPacific at a crossroads: Island nations navigate foreign aid relief amid geopolitical tensionsAs leaders gather for the Pacific Islands Forum in Honiara, Dr Ashalyna Noa says they need to weigh the costs and benefits of engagement with other countries.Khalia StrongMon, 08 Sep
News • Solomon IslandsElsie Polosovai bids farewell as Miss Solomon IslandsThe outgoing pageant queen has laid down her crown, reflecting on a year of challenges, growth, and community pride.Atutahi Potaka-DewesWed, 03 Sep
Pacific Region • Solomon Islands • Cook Islands • Niue • New CaledoniaPacific leaders urge better support for regional infrastructureWith a focus on aligning assistance with local needs and priorities, the nations called for sustainable development strategies and collaboration.Christine RovoiThu, 28 Aug