Pacific leaders lay out a bold path for unity, climate resilience, and global advocacy under the 2050 Strategy. As the Ocean of Peace phase kicks in, the region readies deeper collaboration with partners and institutions to shape a stable, prosperous future.

Fiji tightens maritime oversight for the festive travel rush, enforcing fare rules and fair dealing at ports. With enhanced checks and new shift-based enforcement, obstructions carry serious penalties, safeguarding travellers’ rights this season.

Senior welfare takes center stage as a bold 2026 budget proposal seeks a 20% discount on essentials for Fiji’s elders. The move highlights rising living costs and a push for broader support, sparking a national conversation about aging, welfare, and intergenerational participation.

Fiji’s Electoral Commission says Parliament will stay at 55 seats for the next General Election, keeping to constitutional guidance. A review weighing census data and voter-rolls concluded that maintaining the current number best preserves the intended balance ahead of polling day.

History in the Pacific: the Solomon Islands begins the IUCN Green List certification process for a community-managed marine area. Through expert-led training in Honiara and a hands-on self-assessment in Munda, local communities are showing how traditional stewardship can align with global conservation standards. A regional push across the Coral Triangle aims to empower communities and…

An island nation is testing a universal basic income powered by cryptocurrency, delivered through a government-backed digital wallet and traditional payment methods. The quarterly program aims to ease rising living costs, but experts caution that internet access, governance, and logistics could shape its success.

A Lautoka-based businessman is back in custody amid fresh charges in a high-profile drug case tied to a 2019 cocaine shipment to Australia. The ongoing, multi-agency investigation—supported by INTERPOL—continues to unfold as authorities pursue all suspects and tighten the crackdown on illicit networks.

An AGM erupted in controversy after a technical hiccup and disputed nominations sparked a walk-out by young regional members. A 20-year-old contender’s bid for the presidency underscored fierce questions of process, while a fresh youth leadership lineup signals a tense, hopeful path forward for the party.

A senior police officer is placed on leave as investigators probe corruption allegations tied to a 2024 incident. The move signals a firm commitment to integrity, accountability, and rebuilding public trust within the force.

Fiji sharpens its climate leadership as senior officials discuss turning regional ambitions into real community benefits. The courtesy meeting covered urban resilience, rising sea levels, and upcoming regional initiatives ahead of COP31, signaling stronger collaboration with international partners.

Two fresh routes to win big as the new school year approaches: shop for essentials and scan to enter, or text your way into a separate prize draw. Prizes range from gadgets to study gear, all designed to ease the back-to-school transition.