International

Flights at Vilnius Airport are paused again as suspected balloons drift into restricted airspace, with officials pointing to a looming smuggling scheme tied to Belarus. A tense backdrop of regional security and cross-border intrigue unfolds.

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An important trade milestone for Fiji’s sugar sector: a larger export quota and years of duty-free access to the UK under a new Pacific partnership. A signal of stronger ties and brighter prospects for Fiji’s economic future.

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Eight weeks into a fragile Gaza ceasefire, the return of a worker’s remains shifts the momentum of ongoing talks. As discussions hinge on disarmament and an international governance framework, the path ahead for the truce remains uncertain for millions affected by the conflict.

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After a Caribbean strike left 11 suspected drug traffickers dead, U.S. lawmakers are split on ethics, legality, and the decisions behind the operation. As testimony and footage fuel questions about military transparency and high-level decision-making, this debate spotlights the tension between national security and lawful engagement at sea.

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From the Solomon Islands to a small Australian town, a mother-to-be joined a program meant to build a brighter future. Years later, with a baby in her arms and a job lost, she faces a new reality in Leeton—testing the resilience of a family chasing a dream.

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Two Pacific projects backed by a new cofinancing model aim to speed up progress in Fiji and Tonga. Fiji plans a regional hospital to tackle rising non-communicable diseases, while Tonga gears up for a major transport and water upgrade, including a lagoon bridge. The approach could reshape how lenders deliver rapid, large-scale development in vulnerable…

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Fiji is taking part in a three-week Pacific Diplomatic Training programme in Wellington, designed to sharpen emerging diplomats and deepen regional ties. With the first week in the books, participants and partners are celebrating progress while looking ahead to applying new insights to strengthen Pacific diplomacy.

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Fiji and Australia take another step in their Vuvale partnership, with talks that touch on modernizing the sugar industry, exploring new investments, and digitalizing key histories. The discussions hint at practical steps to boost livelihoods, empower farmers, and strengthen social cohesion across communities.

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Fiji stepped into the spotlight at COP30, linking forest protection to climate resilience and secure customary land rights. A new global roadmap aims to close the forest finance gap, with billions pledged for tropical forest conservation and stronger cooperation on fire management. The focus on Indigenous and community rights signals a path where people and…

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Fiji’s prime minister signals a renewed push for a Pacific-led COP31, weighing regional priorities as negotiations shift. With leaders weighing safeguards for Pacific voices and possible compromises, the roadmap for climate action in the Blue Pacific takes on fresh urgency.

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Fiji steps up regional health leadership with the Pacific Healthy Islands Transformation Project (PHIT), backed by a US$30 million loan. Aiming to strengthen health systems and sharpen NCD prevention across Fiji and neighboring islands, the initiative promises more coordinated care and shared expertise.

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A New Zealand Police delegation is in Fiji for a week-long assessment of joint policing initiatives, exploring opportunities to deepen collaboration and enhance safety. Officials anticipate fresh insights that could further strengthen ties and improve policing outcomes for communities.

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Fiji is urging stronger global action on shipping emissions after a key international framework was postponed for a year. The delay heightens concerns for Pacific island nations already contending with climate impacts as the push to decarbonize maritime transport intensifies.

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A collaborative Fiji initiative introduces a new risk index for climate displacement, shining a light on the hotspots most at risk and outlining a path for better data and planning. Aiming to bolster community resilience, the effort signals a proactive step in climate mobility preparedness.

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The USS Gerald R. Ford makes a historic stop in St. Thomas, offering its crew a much-needed break as a far-reaching deployment unfolds. Behind the scenes, strategic moves and regional security challenges hint at what lies ahead.

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Fiji joins a key global review on land degradation, drought resilience, and sustainable land management. With Small Island Developing States at the forefront, the discussions aim to shape commitments and the post-2030 framework ahead of COP 17, while boosting regional voices through side events and consultations.

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China and Fiji are teeing up a new era of cooperation with a 2026–2030 plan that could reshape trade, technology, and green development. As ties deepen, hints of high‑quality growth, digital collaboration, and climate-smart investments point to transformative opportunities for Fiji’s economy.

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France presses for the release of journalist Christophe Gleizes as an Algerian court upholds his seven-year sentence, a move that deepens diplomatic strains between Paris and Algiers. The case intensifies the global debate over press freedom and the limits of political interference.

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Two global lenders unveil a shared, faster way to fund development across the Pacific, promising simpler processes and lower costs. In Fiji, a US$236.5 million health transformation aims to modernize primary care and deliver a regional hospital, expanding access to cancer, diabetes, and heart disease treatments. The approach hints at broader upgrades in transportation, climate-resilient…

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Fiji leads a high-stakes push at the Pacific Maritime Boundaries Working Session in Sydney, advancing talks on 12 unsettled boundaries that cover roughly 30% of the world’s EEZ. Guided by the Pacific Maritime Boundaries Programme under UNCLOS, the effort seeks to secure maritime rights and responsibilities crucial to regional security, sustainability, and development. A glimpse…

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Fiji marks a new milestone with a three-tonne Ripley Queen pineapple shipment targeting New Zealand, earning praise for sweetness and shelf life. The move signals growing export potential and renewed confidence for farmers—could this be the start of broader opportunities for Fiji’s fruit sector?

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New details emerge about deadly attacks in Mali’s Segou region as civilians are caught in the crossfire in two village raids. Survivors recount chilling scenes as security forces and allied militias target residents amid escalating jihadist violence. The case highlights the fragile humanitarian situation and renewed calls for accountability.

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Fiji presses at COP30 for a just, island-friendly shift away from fossil fuels, linking climate resilience to affordable, reliable energy for communities. With updated targets for renewables, storage, and grid modernization, Fiji calls for climate finance, technology partnerships, and local skills to power a fair transition that protects families and strengthens island resilience.

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A landmark trial opens in Aleppo as defendants linked to a brutal March assault face a web of charges. The proceedings probe who unleashed violence against civilians and security forces, testing Syria’s vow to pursue accountability. As debates swirl about independence and fairness, this case could mark a new chapter in the country’s long search…

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Tensions flare as Netanyahu doubles down on removing Hamas amid a U.N.-backed peace plan, signaling a widening rift with Washington. With a fragile ceasefire and a growing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, the roadmap for governance and disarmament hangs in the balance.

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A landmark advisory ruling could reshape COP30 discussions, nudging climate talks from debate toward accountability and concrete action. Pacific advocates say the moment signals a shift toward legally grounded commitments and faster support for vulnerable nations. As negotiations heat up, the big question is whether leaders will translate promises into real change.

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Fiji flags a dangerous dependence on imported fossil fuels and calls for urgent, just support to accelerate a clean-energy transition. From COP30, leaders stress energy security, climate risk, and inclusive renewal that reaches rural and maritime communities on the road to net-zero by 2050.

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Fiji’s top foreign affairs official has submitted her application for the vital High Commissioner post in New Zealand. The candidacy arrives amid renewed focus on women’s representation in Fiji’s diplomacy, with a decision still to be announced.

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A defamation case, internal leaks, and leadership upheaval ignite a heated debate about journalistic impartiality. Controversial edits and disputed coverage have stirred questions about trust in mainstream media at a pivotal moment. The unfolding clash could reshape how newsrooms balance truth, context, and accountability in a politically charged era.

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