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Pacific
Tahiti sailors win 2024 Regatta in Raro
Sailors from Tahiti edged over Rarotonga, proving to be very competitive taking out first place in both the Lasers and the Optimist classes, winning the 2024 sailing challenge overall trophy.
Former PM Puna first Cook Islander elected to East-West Center Board
Former Cook Islands prime minister and secretary-general of the Pacific Islands Forum, Henry Puna, has been confirmed as the first Cook Islander appointed to the East-West Center Board of Governors based in Honolulu, Hawaii.
China's success in Pacific not entirely on paper
Analysis - Despite China failing to gain endorsement from a dozen Pacific Island countries to sign up to its new regional multilateral trade and security agreement, Beijing has made its intentions known to the region: It is here to stay.
PNG minister attacked by own supporters
Police in Papua New Guinea say their investigations into last week's attack on energy minister Saki Soloma have found he was set upon by his own disgruntled supporters.
Sio heads to Fiji as government faces pressure over China
Pacific Minister Aupito William Sio is set to travel to Fiji tomorrow, while Foreign Minister Nanaia Mahuta is under increased pressure over Pacific relationships.
''Lāuga is a way of understanding the world of Fa'a Samoa' says author
Sāmoan oratory, lāuga, is performed at formal and ceremonial gatherings. It is an integral part of the Sāmoan cultural and political landscape. It is ubiquitous, found at every level of Sāmoan life from the village fono to the Parliament.
Super Rugby: Pacific flair to end the new boys’ seasons
Talk about saving the best for last: Moana Pasifika and the Fijian Drua both ended their seasons in fine style over the weekend - with the Drua mounting a stunning comeback to fall one point short against the Chiefs, while Moana Pasifika pulled off a huge upset over the Brumbies.
Hamilton back on World 7s series calendar
The World Sevens series will return to Hamilton next January with the Black Ferns and All Blacks Sevens set to defend their respective titles.
Marcon writes to New Caledonia's president according to local media
Top-level contact is reported to have resumed between the New Caledonian president Louis Mapou and the re-elected French president Emmanuel Macron.
Kiribati signs multiple deals to work more closely with China, govt says
Kiribati formalised up to 10 agreements with China "to further elevate cooperation" between the two countries following Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi's visit to the island last Friday.
Third member of Ardern's US delegation tests positive for Covid-19
A third member of the Prime Minister's delegation has tested positive for Covid-19, and is now isolating in Washington DC.
PNG election candidates drop by 1,000
Fewer candidates are lining up to contest the Papua New Guinea elections than in past polls.
Stars lining up to play for Ikale Tahi
Stars are lining up to play for Tonga's 'Ikale Tahi.
China's Wang Yi arrives in Kiribati for brief visit
China's foreign minister Wang Yi is in Kiribati and will be meeting with the country's President Taneti Maamau to discuss bilateral relations.
Vanuatu declares a climate emergency
Vanuatu has become the first Pacific Small Island Developing State to declare it is facing a climate emergency.
Pacific News In Brief
Massive payout for pearl farmers, New Caledonian drug arrest, and new coach for Tonga.
Kiribati 'forced' to allow China visit says journalist
A Pacific journalist believes the Kiribati government has been coerced by Beijing to accommodate China's foreign minister's visit on Friday.
Convicted Tongan MPs win stays ahead of appeals
All four Tongan MPs whose seats in parliament were voided after election petitions, have won stays pending appeals.
Government accused of neglecting Pacific partnerships as China's influence grows
The government is being criticised for letting its relationships with Pacific islands drift, as China tries to boost its influence in the region.
PNG elections: Peoples' National Congress party endorses over 90 candidates
Papua New Guinea's Peoples' National Congress is shaping up as the party to watch as the country's general election approaches.
Fiji acts to protect against potential outbreak of monkeypox
Fiji's Ministry of Health is putting in place strategies to protect Fiji from Monkeypox.
Failed Tahitian Village project set to be revived
The French Polynesian government plans to relaunch the Tahitian Village project later this month after years of setbacks and downgrades.
