International
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Israel Demolition Underway at UNRWA HQ in East Jerusalem Sparks International Law Concerns
– Tensions flare in East Jerusalem as a humanitarian agency encounters a bold government move, sparking a debate over international law and aid operations. – A dramatic development in East Jerusalem tests the balance between security actions and humanitarian work, signaling broader questions about immunity and law. – In East Jerusalem, a controversial move unfolds,…
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Pacific Cocaine Corridor: Record Haul in French Polynesia and Fiji Seizures Spark Alarm
Two high-stakes seizures in the Pacific are signaling a shift in the fight against international drug trafficking. French Polynesia reported a record cocaine haul, while Fiji uncovered a separate operation with multiple arrests. The events point to the Pacific as a growing transit corridor for global networks and the evolving tactics authorities are confronting.
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Water Scarcity and Global Food Security Take Center Stage at Berlin GFFA 2026
Water scarcity is reshaping the future of food, with leaders outlining bold paths toward secure harvests. From clean water access to diverse crops and resilient fisheries, the conversations hint at a new era of collaboration and sustainable management. Fresh ideas from young farmers suggest a hopeful shift in building resilient food systems for all.
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Fiji Joins MAAC, Advancing Global Tax Transparency and Cooperation
Fiji has joined a leading multilateral framework to boost tax transparency and cooperation worldwide. The milestone enables enhanced information exchange with dozens of jurisdictions and strengthens efforts to combat tax evasion. Observers say the move could sharpen Fiji’s international relationships and its standing in global tax governance.
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US Pivots in the Pacific as China Expands Influence in Micronesia
Washington’s growing ties with Micronesian states are testing a delicate balance of power as Beijing’s footprint in the Pacific expands. Behind funding decisions and strategic rights lies a high-stakes debate about democracy, development, and regional resilience. A closer look at the bets, debates, and real-world impact on these island nations.
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Narco-Submarine Intercept Ties Australia to Pacific Cocaine Haul
An audacious narco-submarine operation near Fiji halted a shipment of more than two tonnes of cocaine believed destined for Australia. Six suspects were arrested as investigators link a sprawling international trafficking network, spotlighting ongoing cooperation across the Pacific in the fight against drugs.
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Record-Low Birth Rate in China Sparks Demographic Concerns
China’s birth rate sinks to a new low even as the economy keeps expanding, sharpening the link between demographics and growth. With deaths rising alongside aging trends, policymakers face a delicate balancing act about the country’s future. A closer look at the numbers hints at big questions for prosperity ahead.
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IFC names Sarvesh Suri Asia-Pacific chief to mobilize private capital and jobs
An experienced IFC leader takes the helm for Asia and the Pacific, charged with mobilizing private capital to create jobs and tackle development challenges. Across sectors from financial services to infrastructure, a new regional push aims to turn private-sector know-how into real opportunities—from India to the Pacific.
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Fiji Learns Singapore’s Waste Management Playbook to Transform Policy and Circular Economy
Fiji is drawing on Singapore’s integrated waste management and circular economy approaches as a government delegation explores planning, regulation, and data-driven monitoring. The exchange aims to strengthen Fiji’s reform agenda, protecting environmental health and building longer-term resilience. It signals a bold step toward a healthier, more sustainable future for the islands.
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Tonga Flag Under Scrutiny: Sanctioned Oil Tankers Exploit AIS
A tangled maritime mystery is unfolding as ships reportedly fly unlikely flags while moving sanctioned oil across global routes. Deceptive registrations, AIS obfuscation, and the heavy reach of sanctions push the shipping world into murky territory—keeping flag states under close scrutiny.