environmental law
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Palau Faces Fresh Scrutiny Over U.S. Military Buildup as Environmental Safeguards Come Into Question Ahead of Whipps’ New Zealand Visit
Palau sits at the crossroads of a shifting great‑power balance, as faster U.S. military activity tests the island’s environmental protections and sovereignty. A growing row over radar projects and contested land actions on Angaur hints at governance gaps and community pushback. With Whipps’s historic state visit to New Zealand, Palau’s delicate balance between security commitments…
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Fiji Urged to Tackle Unpaid Care and Market Harassment to Boost Women in Fisheries
Hidden barriers like unpaid care work and risky market spaces are shaping Fiji’s women’s participation in the fisheries sector. A government official highlights time poverty, safety concerns, and unequal access to gear and credit as deeper challenges—and suggests reforms must tackle these roots to secure sustainable coastal livelihoods.