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Thu, 31 Mar 2022 17:44:25 +1300FSM President appeals to Sogavare to stop deal with China
Federated States of Micronesia's President David Panuelo has appealed to Solomon Islands Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare to scrap the China Solomon Islands security pact.
Thu, 31 Mar 2022 15:51:39 +1300
Papua New Guinea to build closer ties with Indonesia
Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape had confirmed his government will finalise up to nine agreements with Jakarta to strengthen its relationship with Indonesia.
Thu, 31 Mar 2022 10:46:56 +1300
Vanuatu records first Covid-related deaths
Vanuatu's Ministry of Health has confirmed the first two Covid-19 related deaths in the country.
Thu, 31 Mar 2022 12:45:36 +1300
Two earthquakes hit New Caledonia
Two earthquakes have hit the coast of New Caledonia's Loyalty Islands, according to the US Geological Survey.
Thu, 31 Mar 2022 15:53:00 +1300
Solomons coach predicts bright football future
Solomon Islands football coach Felipe Vera-Arango believes the future is bright, despite a heavy defeat in the FIFA World Cup Oceania Qualifying Final.
Thu, 31 Mar 2022 07:58:20 +1300
Samoa's police splits to prevent spread of Covid
More than 100 Samoan police officers and civilian staff have tested positive for Covid-19 forcing the Ministry of Police and Prisons to split into smaller numbers to avoid further spread of the virus.
Thu, 31 Mar 2022 10:31:01 +1300
Vanuatu Cricket appoints new coach
The Vanuatu Cricket Association has appointed Ben Cameron as its new high performance manager and national head coach.
Thu, 31 Mar 2022 09:36:16 +1300
All Whites defeat Solomons to take step closer to World Cup
The All Whites are another step closer to the World Cup after winning the Oceania qualifying tournament.
Thu, 31 Mar 2022 09:45:12 +1300
Solomons' leader confirms security pact with China
Solomon Islands Prime Minister Mannaseh Sogavare has confirmed his government has finalised a security treaty with China.
Wed, 30 Mar 2022 20:13:32 +1300
PNG govt visit to Indonesia 'wasteful' ahead of elections says PNG Think Tank
A Papua New Guinea government trip to Indonesia for two days has been described as a "wasteful" and "pointless" exercise ahead of the national elections.
Wed, 30 Mar 2022 15:07:06 +1300
Medical professionals leave for Tonga to help with mental trauma
A team of eight medical professionals from New Zealand have left for Tonga.
Wed, 30 Mar 2022 15:07:06 +1300
In brief: News from around the Pacific
Outbreak of flu in New Caledonia; back in the air for Tahitians; and new president for French territory Influenza outbreak in New Caledonia New Caledonia is being hit by a...
Wed, 30 Mar 2022 11:14:08 +1300
Niue premier angry at MIQ breaches
Niue Police are looking into 'concerning' reports of community members 'lingering' around MIQ facilities.
Wed, 30 Mar 2022 16:00:51 +1300
Solomon Islands target "perfect game" against All Whites
Solomon Islands football coach Felipe Vera-Arango says his side will have to play a "perfect game" if they want to upset New Zealand in tomorrow's FIFA World Cup Oceania Qualifying Final.
Wed, 30 Mar 2022 14:17:56 +1300
Cook Islands govt eases its Covid restrictions
Tourism operators in the Cook Islands are welcoming the government's easing of Covid-19 restrictions.
Tue, 29 Mar 2022 22:47:55 +1300
New Zealand and Fiji sign partnership agreement
New Zealand and Fiji have signed a partnership agreement promising "shared commitment and vision for regional solidarity".
Tue, 29 Mar 2022 21:32:45 +1300
FSM President asks China to help stop war in Ukraine
Micronesian President appeals to China on Ukraine War
Tue, 29 Mar 2022 21:32:45 +1300
New political party formed in French Polynesia
A new political party has been launched in French Polynesia, led by assembly members who had quit the ruling Tapura Huiraatira Party.