Regional
China and Solomon Islands sign security pact
Tuesday 19 April 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Regional, Solomon Islands
China's government says it has signed a framework agreement on security cooperation with Solomon Islands - a deal Australia, New Zealand and the US fear could open the door to a Chinese naval base in the South Pacific.
Chinese vessel grounded on French Polynesian reef to be dismantled
Tuesday 19 April 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in French Polynesia, Regional
Preparations are being finalised to dismantle a Chinese fishing vessel stuck on the reef of the French Polynesian atoll Arutua for more than two years.
Solomons govt confirms China security request, condemns misinformation
Thursday 14 April 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Regional, Solomon Islands
Solomon Islands' government has confirmed that the Chinese Embassy in Honiara requested security personnel be allowed into the country from Beijing during violent anti-government riots in November last year.
Fiji investigates arrival of Russian oligarch's vessel, questions captain
Thursday 14 April 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Fiji, Regional
Fiji police are investigating the arrival of a luxury vessel owned by a Russian oligarch, questioning its captain about how he brought the boat to the Pacific island nation without customs clearance.
Ex MP wants religious leaders to fight for LGBTQ community and women in Pacific
Wednesday 13 April 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in New Zealand, Regional
A former New Zealand MP aims to find the "Desmond Tutu of the Pacific" to help tackle LGBTQ issues for Pasifika.
Damning Black Ferns rugby report not a surprise to anyone
Wednesday 13 April 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional
Māori and Pasifika female rugby players and advocates are asking to not be an afterthought.
Our Ocean conference opens in Palau
Wednesday 13 April 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Regional
The Our Ocean Conference opened this morning in Palau with more than 500 delegates from more than 80 nations taking part.
Fiji representative at Palau conference tests postive for Covid-19
Wednesday 13 April 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Fiji, Regional
At least one member of the Fijian delegation to the 7th Our Ocean Conference has reportedly tested positive for Covid-19 on arrival to Palau.
Palau adamant youth get a seat at the table in Our Ocean conference
Tuesday 12 April 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Regional
Palau's Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and the Environment Steven Victor says it is significant for Palau to be the first small island developing state to host a large event like Our Ocean.
Pasifika providers say a one-size-fits-all Health NZ won't work
Tuesday 12 April 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Regional
Pacific health leaders are standing firm on their challenge to Aotearoa's new health authority to ensure it is not a one-size-fits all system.
Regional Victoria announced as host of 2026 Commonwealth Games
Tuesday 12 April 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Regional
Victoria will host the 2026 Commonwealth Games with towns across the State set to deliver the sixth Home-Games in Australia.
Our Ocean conference: more than 80 countries to be represented
Monday 11 April 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Regional
The Our Ocean Conference opens in Palau this week and more than 500 delegates from upwards of 80 countries are expected to attend.
Macron and Le Pen top Presidential poll in the Pacific
Monday 11 April 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional
In the first round of the French presidential election, France's Pacific territories have chosen the incumbent Emmanuel Macron and the National Rally's Marine Le Pen as the two top contenders.
NZ supporting call for urgent climate action at ocean conference
Monday 11 April 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in New Zealand, Regional
Global leaders need to realise the harmful impact their lack of climate action is having on the Pacific region, New Zealand's Minister for Pacific Peoples and Associate Minister of Foreign Affairs Aupito William Sio says.
Fiji makes winning 7s return
Monday 11 April 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Fiji, Regional
Olympic champions Fiji returned to the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series in style with a stunning victory in Singapore.
New Caledonia's Palika party wants people to vote left in Sunday's first French election
Friday 8 April 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in New Caledonia, Regional
A pro-independence party in New Caledonia, Palika, is urging people to vote for any left politician in the first round of the French presidential election on Sunday.
Concern over unparalleled threat to the Pacific Ocean
Friday 8 April 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Regional
A group of former heads of state and regional leaders want the Our Oceans Conference in Palau to result in "meaningful outcomes" to safeguard the future of Pacific peoples.
Cyclone Fili continuing to impact New Caleldonia
Wednesday 6 April 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in New Caledonia, Regional
The latest report from Fiji's Meteorological Service says Cyclone Fili remains a category two cyclone close to New Caledonia, moving south-east at about six knots.
Call to toughen up PNG's Leadership Code
Wednesday 6 April 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Papua New Guinea, Regional
An advocacy group in Papua New Guinea says when the country's leaders are censured under the Leadership Code they should face life in prison.
Untold mining story of Banaba in art at West Auckland gallery
Wednesday 6 April 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in New Zealand, Regional
A travelling multi-media installation is currently showing at Te Uru Art Gallery in West Auckland New Zealand.
