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Do geopolitical rivalries undermine accountability in Pacific Islands development aid?
A Lowy Institute report reveals how the leaders from all different walks of life - politicians, government officials, and locals - are experiencing geopolitical competition.
Updated at 10:18 am on 17 December 2024
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Climate affecting health in small island developing states - report
The report says data from the past 70 years show striking climatic changes that have put SIDS at particular risk of heat stress, drought, vector-borne diseases, and food insecurity.
Updated at 8:48 am on 17 December 2024
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Immunisation programme for Pasifika, Māori faces funding cut
An immunisation programme for pregnant Māori and Pasifika and their babies in South Auckland had its funding cut earlier this year.
Updated at 6:35 am on 17 December 2024
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Fiji resort guests reported to be stable following suspected alcohol poisoning
The Tourism Fiji CEO says there has been improvement in some symptoms, while the health secretary said two out of the seven affected individuals had been placed on life support.
Updated at 6:35 am on 17 December 2024
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Superpower rivalry is making Pacific aid a bargaining chip – vulnerable island nations still lose out
While there are obvious advantages that come with strategic alliances, the tangible impacts for Pacific nations remain negligible, writes Sione Tekiteki.
Updated at 4:42 pm on 16 December 2024
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Solomons PM Manele survives motion of no confidence
The leadership challenge was withdrawn by Central Honiara MP Gordon Darcy Lilo after a failed attempt to have it deferred to Wednesday.
Updated at 4:42 pm on 16 December 2024
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Pacific news and sports brief for 16 December
A round-up of news and sports in brief from around the region, including teacher shortage in Niue.
Updated at 2:30 pm on 16 December 2024
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Oral submissions wrap in climate court case; opinion expected 2025
The ICJ said 96 states and 11 international organizations presented oral statements.
Updated at 2:09 pm on 16 December 2024
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Duo lose Pacific Games medals, banned for three years after doping violation
Two Pacific Island athletes have lost medals they won at the 2023 Pacific Games in the Solomon Islands after doping test results showed they had used performance-enhancing drugs.
Updated at 2:09 pm on 16 December 2024
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How did Pacific Island swimmers fare at the World Aquatics Championships?
Most of the swimmers - alomost three dozen from 12 island nations - recorded personal best times, while others broke old national records and set new ones in the process.
Updated at 1:51 pm on 16 December 2024
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Who will replace Hu'akavameliku as Tonga's prime minister?
Hu'akavameliku Sovaleni Sovaleni resigned on 9 December ahead of a vote of no confidence amid amid reports that the Palace Office had noble MPs in his Cabinet to withdraw their support.
Updated at 7:40 am on 16 December 2024
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Australians critical in hospital in Fiji after suspected alcohol poisoning
A group of Australian tourists are in critical condition in hospital in Fiji after what authorities say is a suspected case of alcohol poisoning.
Updated at 1:40 am on 16 December 2024
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Leading NZ craft chocolate producer expanding Pacific footprint
Wellington Chocolate Factory (WCF) which pioneered ethical bean-to-bar chocolate, has announced it's sourcing more of its cacao supply from the Pacific.
Updated at 2:31 pm on 13 December 2024
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Bougainville needs economic strength to support independence bid - Marape
Papua New Guinea's leader James Marape said "economic independence" is key to grow Bougainville's economy and its aspirations for sovereignty.
Updated at 2:21 pm on 13 December 2024
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OFC responds to FIFA's decision to host 2034 World Cup in Saudi Arabia
The Oceania Football Confederation says that it "respects and supports FIFA's decision-making processes and its commitment to its Human Rights Policy."
Updated at 1:44 pm on 13 December 2024
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Tuvalu's Vaka Cable arrival 'significant step forward' - Kofe
The island's first international underwater communications cable landed in the capital Funafuti this week.
Updated at 1:04 pm on 13 December 2024
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Vanuatu's teen swimmers make a splash with personal bests at World Championships
Chloe Ameara, 15, and Leo Lebot, 17, started their World Aquatics Swimming Championships 2024 campaign by recording personal best times and setting national records.
Updated at 12:04 pm on 13 December 2024
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Cook Islands govt fends off cyberattacks, passes bill to strengthen financial transparency
Significant attempts were made from overseas to hack into the Cook Islands government's central network a few weeks ago, revealed Prime Minister Mark Brown.
Updated at 11:51 am on 13 December 2024
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Comedian James Nokise wins 2024 Topp Prize
Comedian James Nokise hopes his Topp Prize win inspires more Pasifika to achieve whatever they aspire.
Updated at 10:25 am on 13 December 2024
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PNG academic calls for GST cut to also apply to medicines
Andrew Anton-Mako, who is with the University of PNG and the ANU's Development Policy Centre, has welcomed the move by the government to drop the GST from basic food items.
Updated at 9:48 am on 13 December 2024
