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FIFA to promote relations between Fiji and Indonesia
The Fijian president says the two countries "share mutual links in ethnicity, language, culture" and the Fiji-Indonesia Friendship Association will strengthen their relations.
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'Malo e lelei is a made up greeting' - Tongan scholar
Vasalua Jenner-Helu, a researcher at 'Atenisi Institute says "mālō e lelei" - now a standard greeting in contemporary Tongan - is a phrase that wasn't in common use in the past. Audio
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Pacific news in brief for March 27
27 Mar 2024A round-up of news in brief from around the region, including a death in Kiribati from rotavirus and Vanuatu referendum.
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Ex-Fiji leader, suspended police commissioner avoid jail
The former Fijian prime minister was spared jail in a case from 2020 where he ordered the suspended police chief to stop an investigation into a complaint filed by the University of the South Pacific.
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Sentencing of ex-Fiji PM Bainimarama, suspended police chief today
Acting Police Commissioner Juki Fong Chew is calling for Fijians to maintain order ahead of the sentencing at 11.00am local time.
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Pasifika Rugby Awards: In honour of former stars
27 Mar 2024Two current rugby stars of Samoan origin will be awarded as the first-ever Pasifika Rugby Hall of Fame's Most Influential Players in the World.
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World Rugby says it wants the best for Fiji Rugby
World Rugby is involved with the Fiji Rugby Union because it wants the Fijians to reach their full potential on the world stage, a spokesperson from the sport's governing body says.
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ASB Polyfest: A showcase of cultural diversity and youth empowerment
27 Mar 2024From the rhythmic beats of Cook Islands drums to the grace and elegance of Siva Samoa, the festival brought together over 200 teams from 69 schools across Aotearoa.
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Five dead in PNG earthquake, death toll certain to rise
26 Mar 2024A State of Emergency has been declared in East Sepik as village leaders continue to assess the damage in the province after a magnitude 6.9 earthquake killed at least five people.
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'We need to be effective and be sensible about it' - Dr Kiki Maoate
The newly appointed chairperson of the National Pacific Health Senate Fatu Fono Ola says he doesn't have the same concerns over the New Zealand government as the previous chair. Audio
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King's move takes Tonga back to 'the dark ages' - campaigner
The involvement in the government by King Tupou VI is a return to "the dark ages" for the Kingdom, a long time campaigner for democracy in Tonga says.
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Fijian boxer Kauyaca to move base to New Zealand
26 Mar 2024The champion boxer has been thrown a lifeline by an Auckland-based boxing promotion to base himself out of New Zealand after being stripped of his Fiji cruiserweight title this month.
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New Caledonia's economic, political, social tensions take their toll
26 Mar 2024Analysis - A combination of inter-twined economic, political and socially pressing issues are taking their toll in New Caledonia.
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Northern Marianas' only hospital targeted by cyberattack
26 Mar 2024The Commonwealth Healthcare Corporation said these attacks have targeted hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities, compromising patient information.
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New Zealand to deploy Defence Force to Solomon Islands
26 Mar 2024New Zealand will offer Solomon Islands logistics support ahead of the 17 April polls to ensure the Melanesian nation delivers "a safe and successful election".
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Sepik needs help says governor - '1000 homes lost' in PNG earthquake
25 Mar 2024The governor of East Sepik Allan Bird is calling for urgent help from the United States and other international partners following a magnitude 6.9 earthquake on Sunday.
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'Committed to human rights': Indonesia says West Papua torture incident 'deeply regrettable'
25 Mar 2024The Indonesian government has confirmed it is investigating a viral video showing security forces in Papua torturing a civilian.
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Tonga PM resigns as defence minister after meeting with King
Prime Minister Hu'akavameiliku Siaosi Sovaleni has reportedly stepped down from his defence portfolio to make way for a noble to assume the position.
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Marshall Islands launches COFA public review
25 Mar 2024Analysis - The Compact is expected to be endorsed by early next month following the parliament review. But the US nuclear test legacy remains an open question as to how it will play out.
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Pacific news in brief for March 25
25 Mar 2024A round-up of the latest news in brief from around the region, including the US Air Force testing a hypersonic cruise missile in the Pacific.
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Kiribati judge hopes to finally have day in court
An expatriate judge in Kiribati hopes he will get a chance to make his case on Tuesday over his controversial suspension three years ago.
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Pasifika Sipoti weekend wrap
25 Mar 2024Send your weekend sports results to be included in Pasifika Sipoti's weekly update published every Monday.
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PNG earthquake: 3 reportedly dead after 6.9 shake in Sepik
25 Mar 2024Three deaths have been reported by local media, including two children, after a large earthquake in Papua New Guinea on Sunday morning.
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Human rights group urges NZ govt to 'speak up' on West Papua
25 Mar 2024West Papua Action Aotearoa spokesperson Catherine Delahunty said New Zealand must speak out against ongoing human rights abuses in Papua.
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