Marshall Islands
Big upset in Marshall Islands election
The election results in the Marshall Islands have caused a big upset for the government of president Christopher Loeak, with half his cabinet voted out of office.
Marshalls move into final stages of national election tabulation
Marshall Islands' election officials moved into the final leg of ballot tabulation with the beginning of the count of postal absentee ballots.
US official notes Marshalls efforts to combat human trafficking
A visiting US State Department official has noted efforts in the Marshall Islands to combat human trafficking.
Pacific leaders urge climate action
Pacific Island nations have told the United Nations climate change summit in Paris they are already bearing the brunt of the effects of climate change and urgent action is needed. Audio
Marshall Islands schools, housing developments in pipeline
Badly needed development projects are finally in the pipeline for the overcrowded island of Ebeye in the Marshall Islands.
Marshall Islands voters send “change” message
Marshall Islands voters delivered an unmistakable message through Monday's national election: they want change.
Postal votes could determine Marshall Islands elections
Monday's elections in the Marshall Islands appear to have drawn a large turnout of voters, but it will be two weeks until the results are known because of the high number of postal votes.
Polls close in the Marshall Islands
Polls have closed in the Marshall Islands' elections, but it will be two weeks until results are known because of the high number of offshore postal votes. Audio
Marshall Islanders go to polls
Marshall Islanders go to the polls today, with some predicting a huge offshore vote may influence the elections.
Pacific food exporters face climate change challenges
Food and drink exporters from the Pacific say one of the greatest challenges they face is having to constantly adapt to and overcome the effects of climate change. Audio
Study finds contaminated fish from areas in Marshalls
Fish consumed from popular fishing spots in the Marshall Islands have been found to show high levels of toxic pollutants that could raise the risk of cancer and learning disabilities.
Failure not an option for Tuvalu in Paris
The prime minister of Tuvalu says failure is not an option for his country going into the Paris COP 21 negotiations at the end of the month.
Marshalls' de Brum to be honoured in US
The Marshall Islands Foreign Minister is one of several winners of this year's Nuclear-Free Future Award.
Japan rolls out power generation project
Japan is assisting Pacific Island countries with efforts to upgrade power systems in a bid to ensure reliable supply.
Japan rolls out Pacific aid package
A three-year aid package to Pacific Islands worth 450 million US dollars is being rolled out by Japan. Audio
US official proposes Marshalls fund changes
A top US official has submitted a proposal to the Senate and House to allow the people of Bikini to use resettlement and relocation funds outside of the Marshall Islands.
The Marshalls struggle over US displacement funding
Bikini Islanders in the Marshalls seek a change in US rules on how they can spend resettlement funds. Audio
Bikini relocation fund changes seen as 'plan b' for locals
A representative from Bikini Atoll says a proposal to allow people to use resettlement and relocation funds outside of the Marshall Islands is not wanted.
Results show Marshall Islands students still struggling
Most elementary school subject areas tested in the Marshall Islands have shown a decline or stayed the same over the past year.
Month of mourning for former Marshall Islands President
The Marshall Islands has declared a month of mourning in honour of the former President and paramount chief Jurelang Zedkaia, who died last week. Mr Zedkaia died in Majuro on...
