International
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Papua New Guinea rushes to secure safe passage for citizens as Middle East tensions rise
Papua New Guinea scrambles to safeguard its citizens as Middle East tensions rise. With evacuation plans and embassy moves in flux, leaders must navigate safety, diplomacy, and potential spillovers back home.
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Cook Islands eyes global leadership in seabed mining
Seabed mining moves from debate to action as the Cook Islands charts a science-led, precautionary path. With Marae Moana guiding environmental safeguards and regional cooperation in focus, a bold new frontier unfolds in the Pacific.
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Fiji and New Zealand Strengthen Policing Partnership to Fight Drugs and Boost Community Policing
Fiji and New Zealand reinforce their policing partnership, focusing on community policing, drug awareness, and enhanced inter-agency collaboration to strengthen public safety.
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Fiji Embassy in Jerusalem urges nationals to shelter and prep as Israel tensions rise
Security concerns in Israel prompt a cautious advisory for Fijian nationals, with shelter-in-place guidance and a call to have emergency supplies ready. Officials emphasize staying informed through official updates and avoiding high-risk areas as sirens sound and alerts continue. No incidents affecting residents have been reported so far.
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Pacific Islands Seek Ocean of Peace as Middle East Tensions Threaten Fuel Prices
Dr. Transform Aqorau warns that escalating global tensions could ripple into the Pacific, risking higher fuel costs and tougher living expenses. He urges Pacific nations to unite as an “Ocean of Peace,” embracing dialogue and restraint to weather uncertain times. With oil routes at risk and economies already stretched, regional solidarity could shape the region’s…
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Solomon Islands backs Zimbabwe’s 2027-28 UNSC bid, signaling stronger South-South diplomacy
In a visit to Honiara, the Solomon Islands signaled support for Zimbabwe’s bid to join the UN Security Council for 2027–2028. The talks between Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele and Foreign Minister Amon Murwira highlighted stronger bilateral ties and a shared push for South-South cooperation, with climate security for Small Island Developing States emerging as a…
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Fiji Seals Five-Year MCC Pact as Reforms Accelerate Growth
Fiji’s reform drive is gaining momentum, setting the stage for a high-stakes partnership that could spark significant private-sector growth. This move signals renewed global confidence and hints at long-term opportunities shaping Fiji’s economic future and its role in a broader regional opening.
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Escalating Middle East Tensions Prompt Evacuations as Diplomacy Hangs in the Balance
Rising tensions in the Middle East spark fast-paced evacuations and a race to keep people safe. A Fijian security adviser reflects on the crunch moment abroad, where diplomacy and restraint are being tested as the region edges toward a broader crisis. A look at the human side behind the headlines.
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US Funds Fiji Navy Communications Upgrade to Strengthen Pacific Maritime Security
A new security package upgrades Fiji’s Navy with enhanced communications and disaster-response tools, signaling a deeper Pacific partnership. The move aims to boost maritime security and regional stability through stronger interoperability and joint efforts against shared challenges.
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New Zealand Aims to Rekindle U.S. Pacific Ties Ahead of Palau Summit
New Zealand is stepping up its diplomatic push to win renewed U.S. engagement in the Pacific, with high-level talks planned ahead of a key regional summit. As regional partnerships reconfigure and new voices press for broader dialogue, the Pacific’s diplomatic landscape is entering a new, more intricate phase.