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Adeang's elevation to Nauru presidency brings concerns
The elevation of long time Nauru politician David Adeang to the country's presidency is raising concerns in a number of areas.
Updated at 11:54 am on 1 November 2023
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Paris-based US diplomat concludes French Pacific tour, stresses 'vital stakes' at play
Denise Campbell Bauer has concluded a one-week tour of the French Pacific, where she has held talks with key stakeholders.
Updated at 11:20 am on 1 November 2023
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Pacific Games opening ceremony tickets 'expected to run out soon' - organisers
Tickets for the opening ceremonies of the 2023 Pacific Games are selling fast, with the Games Organising Committee expecting a sell-out crowd on 19 November.
Updated at 11:19 am on 1 November 2023
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Manu Samoa prop James Lay signs with Moana Pasifika
Moana Pasifika have signed Manu Samoa and Blues prop James Lay for the 2024 and 2025 Super Rugby Pacific seasons.
Updated at 11:19 am on 1 November 2023
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'Support us': Tikopians call on neighbouring countries for help post ex-Tropical Cyclone Lola
Almost three quarters of all houses have been destroyed or damaged on the remote Solomon Islands of Tikopia in the aftermath of ex-Tropical Cyclone Lola.
Updated at 6:39 pm on 31 October 2023
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Pacific news in brief for October 31
A round-up of news in brief from around the region.
Updated at 5:23 pm on 31 October 2023
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Pacific youth activists present Forum with climate demands
Pacific youth environmental advocates have handed their "demands" for climate action to the head of the region's premier political organisation.
Updated at 5:23 pm on 31 October 2023
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Nauru's President Adeang sworn in, names his Cabinet
Nauru's new elected President David Adeang has taken his oath and named his cabinet members, including former president Lionel Aingimea as the Minister for Justice.
Updated at 1:35 pm on 31 October 2023
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Vanuatu's transport challenge hinders cyclone Lola recovery
Vanuatu's Cyclone Lola response faces transport roadblocks with the country's patrol boat out of action after it was damaged from twin cyclones Kevin and Judy in March.
Updated at 12:53 pm on 31 October 2023
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Fijiana captain retires after big win
Fijian women's rugby captain Sereima Leweniqila, 33, one of the pioneers of the Fijiana 15s side, has retired from from international rugby.
Updated at 11:38 am on 31 October 2023
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NZ defence and health personnel test emergency response capability
The New Zealand Medical Assistance Team and NZDF have combined for the first time to test their response to a potential catastrophic event in Aotearoa.
Updated at 7:49 pm on 30 October 2023
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Israel-Gaza conflict: Fiji's former leader and humanitarian groups criticise Pacific vote against UN resolution
Exclusive - Frank Bainimarama is concerned for Fijian troops in the Middle East after the majority of Pacific states voted against a UN resolution for a ceasefire between Israeli forces and Hamas militants in Gaza.
Updated at 6:52 pm on 30 October 2023
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David Adeang elected as the new President of Nauru
David Adeang, 53, has been elected as the new president of Nauru, ousting Russell Kun on Monday.
Updated at 6:23 pm on 30 October 2023
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Pacific news in brief for October 30
A round-up of news in brief from around the region.
Updated at 6:11 pm on 30 October 2023
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Heavyweight boxer Duken Tutakitoa-Williams to lead Niue's Pacific Games medal bid
Niue's heavyweight boxer Duken Tutakitoa-Williams will lead the country's campaign at the upcoming Pacific Games in Honiara, Solomon Islands.
Updated at 4:14 pm on 30 October 2023
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'An open secret': Papua New Guinea's gun problem 'difficult' to solve, journalist says
A key problem for Papua New Guinea police in getting on top of illegal gun imports is finding the evidence linking to the sponsors of the trade.
Updated at 1:57 pm on 30 October 2023
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Francesca Semoso: Bougainville's first woman MP in PNG's parliament
Seasoned politician and former broadcaster from PNG's autonomous region of Bougainville, Francesca Semoso, becomes the first woman from Bougainville to win a seat in the national parliament.
Updated at 1:57 pm on 30 October 2023
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Nauru Parliament will try again to elect a president today
The Nauru Parliament will on Monday attempt to vote in a new president after a successful vote of no confidence last week in the administration of Russell Kun.
Updated at 11:35 am on 30 October 2023
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Tropical Cyclone Lola: Two people reported dead in Vanuatu
At least two people were killed on Ambrym Island in Vanuatu that was one of the worst hit islands by severe tropical cyclone Lola last week.
Updated at 10:48 am on 30 October 2023
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Samoa Parliament agrees to clarify wording on women's seats quota
The Samoa Parliament has approved a recommendation to revisit Samoa's Constitution to clarify the wording of the 10 per cent quota for women's seats and how it is calculated.
Updated at 8:53 am on 30 October 2023
