Regional

Pacific police unite to build networks and capability for a safer region

Wednesday 6 December 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National, Pacific Islands, Regional

Fifteen Pacific police agencies are attending the three-day Pacific Community for Law Enforcement Cooperation (PCLEC) meeting to discuss the ongoing development and strengthening of its network.

Economy


Climate change, overfishing: Pacific tuna faces ‘unprecedented challenges’

Tuesday 5 December 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, National, Regional

The annual regional fisheries meeting to discuss and address crucial matters concerning tuna fisheries and the marine ecosystems they inhabit began yesterday with a traditional welcome and official opening ceremony at the National Auditorium.

Environment


Pacific tuna at stake: Global leaders gather for sustainable solution

Tuesday 5 December 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, National, Regional

Cook Islands is hosting the 20th regular session of the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (WCPFC20), which oversees the world’s largest tuna fisheries, this week.

Environment


Cook Islands bolster Solomon Islands’ biosecurity measures

Wednesday 29 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, Local, National, Regional, Solomon Islands

Cook Islands biosecurity officers are in Honiara, Solomon Islands, to provide much-needed reinforcement to the local team due to a significant surge in arrivals for the Pacific Games.

Environment


PM Brown briefs Solomon Islands counterpart on Pacific Islands Forum outcomes

Monday 27 November 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy, National, Regional, Solomon Islands

Prime Minister Mark Brown paid a courtesy call on Solomon Islands Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare during his visit to Honiara to witness the Pacific Games.

Economy


Electric cars to go up for sale

Thursday 23 November 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, Local, National, Pacific Islands Forum

A number of cars bought by Cook Islands Government for $1.7 million, and used during the Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting held earlier this month, will go up for sale next week.

Economy


Free West Papua campaigners convene for the inaugural meeting in Jayapura

Wednesday 22 November 2023 | Written by RNZ | Published in Regional, West Papua

The United Liberation Movement for West Papua (ULMWP) is holding its first ever congress in Jayapura.

Regional


Teahupoo confirmed as 2024 Olympic Games venue, but with a lighter tower

Tuesday 21 November 2023 | Written by RNZ | Published in French Polynesia, Pacific Islands, Regional

After weeks of controversy over potential environmental damages, French Polynesia's iconic site of Teahupoo has been confirmed as the 2024 Olympic Games surfing competitions venue, but it will be set up in a lighter format.

French Polynesia


‘People are struggling’: Tikopia continues to suffer post-Lola

Tuesday 21 November 2023 | Written by RNZ | Published in Regional, Vanuatu

Food supplies are running low on Tikopia Island, in the far east of the Solomon Islands, despite fresh supplies arriving on Thursday. The islands crops were destroyed during severe tropical cyclone Lola that made landfall about a month ago.

Regional


Rabuka humbled by support from Fijian diaspora in Cook Islands

Tuesday 14 November 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Fiji, Local, National, Regional

Fiji’s Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka was humbled by the support he received from Fijians residing and working in Rarotonga and Aitutaki during his weeklong visit for the 52nd Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting last week.

Fiji


Prime Minister Mark Brown happy with Pacific Islands Forum meeting success

Monday 13 November 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Pacific Islands Forum

The newly endorsed Pacific Resilience Facility (PRF) has received $50million from Saudi Arabia.

National


Strengthening unity and resilience: Lessons from the Blue Pacific Continent

Saturday 11 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Pacific Islands Forum

My recent journey through the Pacific over the past two weeks has been an enlightening experience, one that has left an enduring impression on my perspective.

National


Cook Islands community delivers ‘impressive setup and hospitality’ for 52nd PIF Leaders’ Meeting: A ‘very beautiful’ event

Saturday 11 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Art, Features, National, Pacific Islands Forum, Weekend

Though leaders from the region did not agree on all the matters they discussed during this week’s Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting, there’s one thing no one disputes: the people of the Cook Islands staged a spectacular event, writes Rachel Reeves.

Art


Pavilion proves a success for Cook Islands vendors

Saturday 11 November 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National, Pacific Islands Forum

The Pacific Partnerships for Prosperity (PPfP) Pavilion was hailed a success, with 55 food and crafts vendors and exhibitors participating at the three-day event this week.

Local


Forum brings economic boom to Aitutaki

Saturday 11 November 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, National, Outer Islands, Pacific Islands Forum, Weekend

The stunning island of Aitutaki co-hosted the Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting for the second time, their first being in 2012, welcoming regional leaders this week for their retreat in the island’s picturesque lagoon.

Features


‘Misunderstanding’: Brown on Nauru President’s exit

Saturday 11 November 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Nauru, Pacific Islands Forum, Regional

Nauru President David Adeang’s abrupt departure from the 52nd Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting may have been a case of misunderstanding, says Forum chair and Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown.

National


Pacific Island leaders criticised for silence on Israel-Hamas conflict

Saturday 11 November 2023 | Written by Joanne Holden | Published in National, Pacific Islands, Pacific Islands Forum

Protesters who implored Pacific Islands leaders to condemn Israel’s ongoing attack on Palestine are ‘hugely disappointed’ the issue was not raised during a five-day meeting between the region’s leaders in the Cook Islands.

National


Geo-strategic interest should not dictate leaders’ priorities: Brown

Friday 10 November 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Pacific Islands Forum

Pacific Islands Forum Leaders chair and Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown hopes that the leaders will leave Rarotonga this week with a deeper appreciation and shared understanding of what it means to speak out about the importance of and respect for ‘our voices, our choices, and our Pacific way’.

National


China vows to continue supporting Pacific nations through Belt and Road Initiative

Friday 10 November 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Pacific Islands Forum

China will make further announcements on its support for the Pacific region today at the final day of the 52nd Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting in Rarotonga.

National


Pacific Islands Forum leaders welcome Rarotonga Treaty report

Friday 10 November 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Pacific Islands Forum

Pacific Islands Forum leaders have welcomed a report on Rarotonga Treaty, a nuclear-free zone treaty in the South Pacific, presented by secretary general Henry Puna.

National


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