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Pacific
Roadshow not consultation
Non-government organisations are frustrated with the Cook Islands government seabed mineral consultations that are being held in New Zealand, calling for a 10-year moratorium to allow for independent research and capacity building within the Cook Islands.
USP Student body represents 14,000 students
The University of the South Pacific Students’ Association (USPSA) from 14 campuses spanning 12 member countries convened in Rarotonga yesterday representing the voice of 14,000 students.
Papua New Guinea to build closer ties with Indonesia
Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape had confirmed his government will finalise up to nine agreements with Jakarta to strengthen its relationship with Indonesia.
FSM President appeals to Sogavare to stop deal with China
Federated States of Micronesia's President David Panuelo has appealed to Solomon Islands Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare to scrap the China Solomon Islands security pact.
Samoa records first Covid-related death
Samoa has recorded its first Covid-19 related death.
In brief: News from around the Pacific
Outbreak of flu in New Caledonia; back in the air for Tahitians; and new president for French territory
Solomons' leader confirms security pact with China
Solomon Islands Prime Minister Mannaseh Sogavare has confirmed his government has finalised a security treaty with China.
Medical professionals leave for Tonga to help with mental trauma
A team of eight medical professionals from New Zealand have left for Tonga.
New tax to be levied in French Polynesia
From 1 April a new one-percent consumption tax will be levied in French Polynesia.
FSM President asks China to help stop war in Ukraine
The President of the Federated States of Micronesia has appealed to China to ask Russia to stop its war in Ukraine.
New Zealand and Fiji sign partnership agreement
New Zealand and Fiji have signed a partnership agreement promising "shared commitment and vision for regional solidarity".
Moana Pasifika ring changes following historic Hurricanes win
Fresh from the club's historic first ever win, Moana Pasifika have rung the changes for tomorrow night's rescheduled Super Rugby Pacific clash against the Blues at Mount Smart Stadium.
Palau's President fronts up on PIF rift, Covid-19 and climate change
RNZ Pacific's regional correspondent, Kelvin Anthony spoke to President Surangel Whipps Jr, of Palau, on a range of issues including.
Covid-19 in the Pacific
American Samoa has recorded its second Covid-19 related death.
Moana Pasifika take out first ever Super Rugby win
Moana Pasifika are hosting the Hurricanes at Mt Smart Stadium in Auckland in the latest Super Rugby Pacific clash this evening.
'Not in national interest' says Solomon's opposition leader
Solomon Islands' opposition party says the Government's proposed security cooperation agreement with China reflects its careless attitude.
Samoa's Associate Minister of Agriculture dies unexpectedly
Samoa's Associate Minister of Agriculture, Va'ele Paia'aua Iona Sekuini, has passed away.
Tonga reports three covid related deaths
The Tonga Government has reported three covid deaths and a total of 2,620 active cases in the Kingdom.
China-Solomon Islands security agreement leaked on social media
A draft security cooperation agreement, between China and Solomon Islands, has been leaked on social media.
Niue aims to contain and eliminate the virus says Premier
Four new cases of Covid-19 have been detected at the Niuean border in relation to an Air New Zealand flight on Monday.
PNG seal last semi-final spot in OFC World Cup qualifiers
Papua New Guinea have come from behind to beat Fiji 2-1 and seal the final playoff berth in the FIFA World Cup Oceania Qualifiers in Qatar.
Doctor says Niue covid measures much needed
Health authorities in Niue have bolstered Covid-19 measures, despite no known community transmission of the virus.
