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Pacific Tuna at a Crossroads as Ocean Pressures Escalate, WCPFC Urges Strong Governance
Pacific tuna stocks and ocean health are at a crossroads as climate pressures and new mining activities reshape governance. In Manila, regional leaders explore a bold path… read more
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Philippines Hosts WCPFC22 as Tuna Harvest Strategy Takes Center Stage
Manila hosts pivotal talks on the future of tuna stocks in the Western and Central Pacific, tackling conservation, monitoring, and a long-awaited harvest strategy. With stakeholders seeking… read more
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Panama seeks reflagging of five purse-seine vessels at WCPFC
Panama is asking the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission to approve a reflagging plan for several purse-seine vessels, shifting them from Ecuador to Panama. The bid… read more
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WCPFC22 Transshipment Talks: Pacific Chair Seeks Consensus on High-Seas Rules
A pivotal week of negotiations tests whether consensus can be found on high-seas transshipment. Dr. Josie Tamate navigates time pressures, stubborn differences, and new proposals as calls… read more
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Eight Nations Submit CNM Bids for 2026 to WCPFC Amid Compliance Scrutiny
Eight nations have filed for Cooperating Non-Member status for 2026, signaling a renewed push to participate under the WCPFC framework. Yet the review flags gaps in data… read more
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Science-Driven Push to Safeguard Pacific Tuna Futures at Manila Talks
Science-based stewardship aims to keep WCPO tuna stocks healthy while safeguarding seabirds, turtles, and other marine life. Dr. Josie Tamate’s remarks frame a long-term, ecosystem-wide approach as… read more
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WCPFC Advances First Binding Fishing Crew Standards Ahead of 2028 Rollout Amid Exploitation Reports
New regional crew labor standards aim to curb abuse and protect the welfare of fishing crews, setting minimum rules on contracts, pay, safety, and medical care. Although… read more
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Rugby World Cup 2027 Expands to 24 Teams in Six-Pool Format
Rugby’s biggest chapter yet is taking shape as the 2027 World Cup unveils a bold six-pool format for 24 teams. With a global stage expanding and thrilling… read more
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Pacific Nations Push Albacore Talks at WCPFC22 in Manila
At WCPFC22 in Manila, the Parties to the Nauru Agreement are steering high-stakes proposals, with the South Pacific albacore plan taking center stage. The PNA’s push highlights… read more
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SBMI Urges WCPFC to End At-Sea Transshipment and Expand Observer Coverage under New Labor Standards
Indonesian migrant workers’ union SBMI is urging a major fisheries meeting to end at-sea transshipment and boost observer coverage to protect crews. They’re also pushing for urgent… read more
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Sharks Pacific Pushes for Strong WCPFC Marine Pollution Rules on Abandoned Gear
Sharks Pacific calls for bold reforms to tackle marine pollution and abandoned fishing gear, arguing that stricter, clearer rules are essential for true fisheries management. As nations… read more
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Fiji Bets on Depth and Planning for Rugby World Cup 2027 Amid New Format
With the 2027 Rugby World Cup approaching, Fiji is shifting to a longer-term plan that prioritizes squad depth and smarter player management. The new format—featuring a shorter… read more
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WCPFC22 Sparks Rift Over South Pacific Albacore Harvest Rules
– At WCPFC22, French Polynesia pushes back against a key harvest-control proposal, warning it could threaten livelihoods across the South Pacific albacore value chain. As negotiators weigh… read more
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Hidden Climate Shifts Could Redraw the Pacific Tuna Fishery
Warmer seas and a surge in marine heatwaves are reshaping the Western and Central Pacific’s tuna ecosystem. As climate patterns shift, tuna behavior and stocks could be… read more
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Niue Pushes Climate-Smart Tuna Rules at WCPFC22
Pacific leaders press for climate-smart fisheries governance as warming seas threaten island communities. Mona Ainuu of Niue urges immediate action, pushing for the long-delayed SPA MP and… read more
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Countdown to 2026: WCPFC weighs bigeye tuna management overhaul
Crucial decisions loom as officials weigh a new management framework for bigeye tuna that must be in place by 2026. With high-stakes questions on reference points, FAD… read more
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Three Men Arrested in Sydney Drug Bust Linked to Fijian-KVT Gang
Sydney police have dismantled a drug operation linked to the Kai Viti (Fijian) gang, with suspected ties to the Lebanese underworld. A 40-kilogram seizure worth about $8… read more
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East New Britain Group Backs Bougainville Independence, Blaming Centralized Power
East New Britain’s Mataungan Association voices strong support for Bougainville’s independence, saying decades of neglect under central governance have left the region yearning for a new path.… read more
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Tuvalu PM Teo Arrives in Taiwan for Six-Day Diplomacy Push
Tuvalu’s prime minister arrives in Taiwan for a six-day mission aimed at strengthening ties and expanding cooperation. As leaders convene and a regional delegation joins the talks,… read more
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Tonga Votes in Monarchy-Run Election as PM Race Heats Up
Polls open in the Pacific’s only monarchy as voters decide 17 Assembly seats and nine for the nobles. With 71 candidates—including eight women—and a four-way bid for… read more
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Waikato Rapids Power Past AS PTT in Suva Futsal Showdown
Waikato Rapids delivered a commanding performance, extending their winning run in the OFC Futsal Men’s Champions League. A mix of sharp teamwork, crucial saves, and a late-flurry… read more
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Fiji to Review IPACS 2025 Commitments After Regional Culture Forum
IPACS 2025 closed with a shared vision for culture-led resilience across the Indonesia–Pacific region. Fiji signaled careful consideration of any new commitments, stressing education, digital creativity, and… read more
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Pacific Cultures Forge Path to Climate Resilience at IPACS 2025
Culture and climate fuse in a landmark Indo-Pacific agreement that ties heritage to a resilient future. With three bold pillars—protecting culture and empowering communities, growing the creative… read more
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Mataks FC Stuns Suva as OFC Futsal Championship Dreams Fade
An OFC futsal showdown delivered drama from whistle to final minute. The hosts fought hard as a sharp visitors’ attack surged, turning the tide and shaping the… read more
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OFC Futsal Day Four: High-Scoring Melanesian Showdown in Suva
An all-Melanesian clash in Suva delivered non-stop drama, from a brisk start to a late burst of goals. The match showcased Southern Legions’ sharp attack and Gulf… read more
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Ban on Samoa Observer Tests Pacific Media Freedom
Fresh scrutiny of media freedom in the Pacific unfolds as Samoa suspends a leading newspaper, igniting regional debate among watchdogs and journalists. The episode raises hard questions… read more
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COP30 Belem Draft Signals Global Push to Phase Out Fossil Fuels
Belem’s high-stakes climate talks are heating up as a presidency document outlines a possible roadmap to accelerate the shift away from fossil fuels. It flags ambitious finance… read more
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PNG Bets on Culture and Tourism to Power Pacific Growth
Belden Namah envisions Papua New Guinea’s cultural mosaic—more than 800 languages and 1,000 tribes—becoming a catalyst for jobs, growth, and regional unity through tourism. The strategy blends… read more
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Mataks FC Clinches Top-Two Finish in OFC Futsal Championship
Two futsal powerhouses collided in a blistering OFC clash, trading momentum and delivering a late surge that left the standings in flux. A high-octane battle of skill,… read more
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Diabetes Surge in Fiji Triggers Prevention Push and Early Detection
Diabetes is rising in Fiji, and experts say the puzzle isn’t sugar alone but how the body uses insulin. With new screening efforts and public health campaigns… read more