In an event barely noticed outside of the region, the U.S. military abruptly cancelled a planned bed down — the military term for housing planes — of 12 Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) F-15s at Andersen Air Force Base (AAFB) in Guam. No other explanations about the “mutually agreed” decision, announced in August, have been forthcoming. In the context of the U.S. campaign for regional allies to boost burden sharing, commit to conflict with China, and increase defense budgets, th...| Responsible Statecraft
Pacific Islands leaders hold an influential summit in the Solomons on Wednesday, with nations split over China’s growing role in the region and alleged meddling in the meeting. Alongside its 18 member states including key players Australia and New Zealand, gatherings of the Pacific Islands Forum are typically attended by dozens more countries as observers […] The post Pacific Islands leaders hold summit clouded by China tensions appeared first on Digital Journal.| Digital Journal
– advance ticket purchase required – This is the northernmost Pacific coastal rain forest remaining intact in Costa Rica, and is the transition zone into the tropical dry forests of the northwest. Carara is one of Costa Rica’s most popular National Parks, in large part due to its proximity to San José. This is also […]| Costa Rica Guide
As we honor George Veikoso’s legacy of unity through music, let’s reject the labels that have long divided our people. The recent passing of George Veikoso, known across Oceania as “Fiji”, sent waves of grief across the Pacific. Whether we grew up in the outer islands or in capital towns, Fiji’s reggae music was the ... Read moreAbout the author/s Amota Ataneka Amota Ataneka is an I-Kiribati PhD candidate at the University of Cincinnati, Ohio.| Devpolicy Blog from the Development Policy Centre
The Falepili Union treaty stream visa ballot for Tuvalu citizens opened on 16 June 2025 and closed on 18 July. Registration cost A$25 (Tuvalu uses the Australian dollar) and 3,125 people applied in the first four days. In total, 8,750 or more than half of Tuvalu’s citizens applied by the close of the ballot — ... Read moreDisclosure This research was supported by the Pacific Research Program, with funding from the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The views are those of the author...| Devpolicy Blog from the Development Policy Centre
Although seven political parties have officially registered to contest Samoa’s general election on 29 August, three have been politically visible through their campaign activities and are likely to share among them the biggest slice of the parliament’s 51 seats. The question on everyone’s lips is: which one of them will win enough seats to form ... Read moreAbout the author/s Asofou So'o Asofou So'o was the founding professor of Samoan studies at the National University of Samoa from 20...| Devpolicy Blog from the Development Policy Centre
Written by Jess Marinaccio. This article examines how Taiwan’s post-1949 expansion into Pacific fisheries, amid shifting maritime laws and Pacific decolonisation, led to frequent illegal fishing incidents. These disputes complicated diplomatic ties, engaged both allies and non-recognisers of the ROC, mobilised diaspora communities, and entrenched fisheries, both legal and illegal, as central to Taiwan-Pacific relations.Continue reading| Taiwan Insight
REGIONAL police forces face a variety of new challenges with law enforcement in the areas of drugs, human trafficking, the return of deportees, and border violations. The post Top Pacific Cops meet appeared first on Islands Business.| Islands Business
ALL 17 Pacific Island Form leaders will attend their meeting in Solomon Islands. The post 17 leaders for Forum appeared first on Islands Business.| Islands Business
On 26 July 2025, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) handed down its long-awaited Advisory Opinion on the legal obligations of states in relation to climate change. The judgment reaffirmed that states have a legal duty not just to reduce carbon emissions, but to protect the environment and respect the human rights of those affected ... Read moreAbout the author/s Bal Kama Dr Bal Kama is in legal practice and consults on Pacific socio-political and legal affairs. He is an Adjunct Assistan...| Devpolicy Blog from the Development Policy Centre
THE International Maritime Organization (IMO) has officially opened its first Regional Presence Office for the Pacific in Suva, Fiji.| Islands Business
PUBLIC funeral is planned for Fijian Music sensation, Fiji - George Fiji Veikoso - on August 12. Known throughout the Pacific for his genre.| Islands Business
The NPI and PDO are closely related and do not correlate well with global warming.| Andy May Petrophysicist
The re-elected Albanese Labor Government's domestic and international climate initiatives must address our Pacific family's concerns, says Melanie Pill.| Devpolicy Blog from the Development Policy Centre
A magnitude 7.0 earthquake in Tonga overnight triggered a tsunami warning and evacuations. No damage has been reported and the tsunami warning was lifted. The earthquake was also felt on Niue. The SMC asked experts to comment. Dr Lauren Vinnell, Senior Lecturer of Emergency Management, Jo| www.sciencemediacentre.co.nz
Contractors have "successfully completed their work" to remove diesel fuel and other pollutants from the HMNZS Manawanui off Sāmoa, according to the latest update from the New Zealand Defence Force. Over 320,000 litres of diesel fuel mixed with seawater have been removed and from this, just over 30| www.sciencemediacentre.co.nz
As the world's oceans continue to warm, tuna stocks in the Pacific are expected to head east: away from local economies and into international waters. Newly announced research funding is aiming to help small Pacific nations adapt. Fourteen Pacific Island countries will receive a grant of NZD $187 m| www.sciencemediacentre.co.nz
Unveil the ACE index and its function in estimating the energy output of tropical cyclones. Delve into the details of the calculation process and its value in storm analysis.| Severe Weather Europe
Commonwealth nations including Aotearoa and Pacific Island states have adopted the Apia Commonwealth Ocean Declaration. The declaration includes commitments to increasing marine protected areas, reducing plastic pollution and shipping emissions, and maintaining countries' maritime boundaries in the| www.sciencemediacentre.co.nz
Asia and the Pacific embrace the regions of greatest cultural and linguistic diversity in the world. Asia’s most important contribution to global criminology is therefore in opening its eyes to completely new ways of seeing, as opposed to adjusting, testing, or revising western theories in light of eastern experience. Restorative justice innovation provides good examples [...] The post Diversity in Asian and Pacific Relational Justice appeared first on John Braithwaite.| John Braithwaite
Japan in the last years of WW2 was feared for its kamikaze pilots. But with the Kaiten they developed an even more terrifying weapon under the waves.| Historic Mysteries
It sounded like the best word to describe yesterday’s talks between Chinese Premier Li Qiang and his heavyweight delegation of Ministers and officials and Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and New Zealand Ministers and officials was “frank.” But it was the kind of frankness that friends can indulg| Politik
Christchurch, a jewel on New Zealand’s South Island, boasts the title of the Garden City with pride. The city effortlessly marries urban development with lush greenery, drawing in visitors with…| Once In A Lifetime Journey
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