Politics • Vanuatu‘There is no Planet B’ Vanuatu Prime Minister Jotham Napat has described his first two months in office as “outstanding” and seeks urgent climate action.'Alakihihifo VailalaThu, 17 Apr
Environment • Solomon Islands • Tuvalu • VanuatuPacific nations demand stronger climate action as IMO vote approves carbon pricing for shipsOfficials from the Pacific have pushed back on the London agreement, saying the measures are insufficient for effective decarbonisation.Christine RovoiMon, 14 Apr
Politics • Aotearoa New Zealand • Tonga • VanuatuGreen MP queries $12b Defence boost amid Pacific relationsTeanau Tuiono challenges the Government’s spending decisions, saying there are pressing domestic issues like child poverty and climate action.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 11 Apr
Environment • VanuatuPair to tackle 4000km across New Zealand for new climate-resilient classrooms in VanuatuAdventurers and environmental advocates Huw Kingston and Lawrence Mote to embark on a 90-day journey skiing, cycling, hiking, and sailing across Aotearoa to raise crucial funds.Christine RovoiWed, 09 Apr
Politics • Vanuatu • Tonga • FijiPeters to launch central NZ–France energy project in Vanuatu during Pacific tourThe initiative aims to reduce Vanuatu’s fuel import bills. It comes as Winston Peters leads his final Pacific mission as Deputy Prime Minister to Tonga, Hawaii, and Vanuatu.'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 08 Apr
Pacific Region • VanuatuVanuatu PM calls for stronger US-Pacific pact amid China tensions, aid concernsThe coalition government of Jotham Napat has been in power fewer than 50 days but is already pushing for enhanced security, urging Donald Trump to consider increased US presence in the Pacific.Christine RovoiWed, 05 Mar
Language & Culture • VanuatuBislama joins Pacific language weeksBislama, the national language of Vanuatu, officially joins the series of Pacific Language Weeks, responding to the Melanesian community’s calls for greater recognition.'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 04 Mar
Pacific Region • VanuatuCyclone Seru: Red alert remains for VanuatuA red alert is in place for Tafea Province due to Tropical Cyclone Seru.RNZ PacificWed, 26 Feb
Pacific Region • Fiji • VanuatuFiji lifts cyclone warning as a new depression forms near VanuatuThe Fiji Meteorological Service says the category two storm is moving away from Fiji but warns strong winds and heavy rain remain across the country. Sariah MagaoaTue, 25 Feb
Pacific Region • VanuatuJotham Napat elected as new Prime Minister of VanuatuThe former deputy Prime Minister has been elected unopposed to lead Vanuatu for the next four years.Christine RovoiTue, 11 Feb
