International
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Fiji HIV Outbreak Triggers DFAT Travel Warning
Fiji is confronting an HIV outbreak as infection rates rise and transmission patterns shift. With health authorities scrambling to respond, travelers could face new public-health challenges in the region.
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Is China Building a Military Footprint in the Pacific? U.S. Commission Flags Dual-Use Projects
China’s Pacific infrastructure push may blur lines between civilian investment and military access. Experts warn that debt-linked, dual-use projects could strengthen Beijing’s long-term reach, prompting calls for sharper scrutiny and stronger resilience for Pacific Island nations.
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Fiji Bids to Host Pre-COP as Pacific Leaders Move to Ministerial Talks
Fiji signals its bid to host a pivotal pre-COP gathering as Pacific leaders move discussions to the ministerial level. With the decision resting with regional decision-makers and details still taking shape, the timing and format of the talks remain in flux.
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Commonwealth Law Ministers Meet in Fiji to Fortify the Rule of Law for a Resilient Future
In Fiji, Commonwealth ministers will explore how to anchor the rule of law in a changing world, aiming to shield everyday people—from workers to vulnerable communities—amid mounting pressures like climate change. The three-day talks spotlight youth, disability rights, and inclusive justice as they shape a resilient future.
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New UN Chair Sets Stage to Revive Global Plastic Treaty Talks
Fresh leadership at the UN’s plastic treaty talks signals renewed momentum in the fight against plastic pollution. With Julio Cordano at the helm, negotiators promise a revived push—eyeing bold steps from production cuts to funding for the nations most affected.
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Tongan PM Presses Talks to Lift U.S. Visa Ban
Tongans are watching closely as travel rules shake family ties abroad. With negotiations underway, the island nation is pressing to restore visa access and keep loved ones connected to the U.S. It’s a story of diaspora, diplomacy, and a hopeful push to reopen crucial cross-border ties.
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Pacific Gender Gap Sparks Urgent Action in Regional Report 2025
Gender inequality continues to shape the lives of women and girls across the Blue Pacific, touching leadership, work, health, and safety. Yet signs of progress—policy shifts, better data, and community-led change—offer a glimpse of what could be possible with sustained effort. Explore the challenges and the avenues that could drive real regional change.
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China’s Pacific Infrastructure: Dual-Use or Military Leverage?
China’s push into the Pacific Islands may be more than development—experts warn many funded projects are dual-use and could support military aims. A troubling pattern of “debt diplomacy” is highlighted as Beijing’s influence grows, raising questions about sovereignty and security. With plans for a Pacific Island Security Initiative and closer Coast Guard cooperation on the…
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Rule of Law Under Threat as Commonwealth Law Ministers Convene in Fiji
Rising threats to the rule of law imperil democracy and everyday life across the globe. This week’s discussions promise to translate legal ideals into practical safeguards—from technology in justice to climate-impacted communities—before impunity erodes trust and rights.
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ICCR Alumni Reunion in Suva Sparks India-Fiji Cultural Connections
Alumni from across Fiji came together in Suva for a night of memories and meaning, spotlighting how study-abroad experiences shape careers and cultural connections. The gathering hinted at enduring people-to-people bonds sparked by scholarships and shared journeys.