International

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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A bold new chapter in Pacific healthcare is taking shape in Fiji, with plans for a transformative medical institute and a life-saving heart screening program. As education, compassion, and international partnerships converge, the region could witness a turning point in how care is delivered to children and families.

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At COP30, Fiji’s leaders issue a stark warning: even a small rise in global temperatures means tougher, costlier adaptation for vulnerable island communities. Their message centers on governance that truly listens to people and a bold push for resilient, proactive climate policy across parliaments.

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Pacific leaders at COP30 warn that climate finance must move faster and with real accountability, arguing current pledges fall short of adaptation and loss-and-damage needs. With calls to triple adaptation funding by 2030 and a large gap in actual disbursement, the debate centers on climate justice for the most vulnerable nations. As negotiations unfold, the…

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Fiji is reframing climate action as an economic strategy, aiming to reduce fossil fuel dependence while accelerating renewables. With new legislation and a push for transformative financing, the island nation points to a bold path toward a resilient, low-carbon future.

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Fiji steers a high-stakes push at COP30, navigating sharp splits over adaptation, finance, loss and damage, and the fossil-fuel transition. With the Pacific urging a steadfast 1.5°C path, the coming week could redefine how vulnerable nations shape the climate agenda. Delegates are pushing for outcomes that reflect those most at risk amid mounting tensions.

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Fiji and Wallis & Futuna propel Pacific cooperation into a new era with a landmark Development Cooperation Declaration. The pact outlines joint action across health, education, trade, climate resilience, and more, backed by a dedicated working group to move from talk to action. A bold step toward stronger regional ties and shared growth.

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Netanyahu reiterates a hard line against a Palestinian state even as international voices push for a path to independence. Inside his fragile coalition, far-right ministers rally to reject any move toward statehood, while a U.N.-backed draft and Gaza reconstruction plan intensify the pressure. In this tense moment, the region’s diplomacy hangs in the balance, with…

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Gaza’s daily life is shifting under tighter control, with new regulatory moves triggering price swings and fresh fees. As international calls for change grow and humanitarian needs deepen, the piece examines what could come next for residents under shifting authority.

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A surprising pivot in U.S. trade policy could reshape your grocery bill. Tariffs on hundreds of everyday foods are being rolled back, signaling a new approach to inflation and global deals.

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Fiji’s maritime ambitions gain international momentum as Prime Minister Rabuka explores shipbuilding and port-development partnerships in Japan. The talks highlight green port practices, safer inter-island vessels, and a path toward stronger regional collaboration, resilience, and growth on Fiji’s horizon.

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