The Fijian Media Association (FMA) and the Pacific Islands News Association (PINA) have announced that the 8th Pacific Media Summit is scheduled to take place from September 21 to 25, 2026, in Savusavu, Fiji Islands. Centered around the theme “Reaching the Remote: Media and Digital Innovation for a Connected Blue Pacific,” the biennial event aims to gather between 150 to 200 media delegates from across the Pacific region. This includes a diverse group of journalists, editors, media executives, academics, development partners, donors, and other key stakeholders.
The Pacific Media Summit serves as PINA’s flagship platform for facilitating dialogue, collaboration, and action on vital media development issues across the Blue Pacific. The summit provides a crucial venue for media professionals and partners to tackle emerging challenges, foster innovation, enhance professional standards, and emphasize the importance of independent media in the context of sustainable development.
PINA President Kalafi Moala noted that the 2026 Summit comes at a significant time for the region. “The Pacific Media Summit continues to be our region’s most important platform for strengthening media solidarity and innovation, ensuring that even the most remote communities are connected, informed, and heard,” he stated.
FMA General Secretary Stanley Simpson expressed excitement about Fiji hosting this important regional gathering. “We look forward to welcoming our Pacific colleagues to Savusavu as we explore how media and digital innovation can better serve our island communities and advance a truly connected Blue Pacific,” he said.
The previous Pacific Media Summit was held in Niue in September 2024, highlighting the significance of rotating the event among Pacific Island countries to promote inclusive regional participation.
The upcoming summit will feature a variety of engaging activities, including panel discussions, keynote addresses, technical workshops, and networking sessions. Topics will range from digital transformation and media sustainability to emerging technologies, press freedom, climate reporting, and inclusive storytelling tailored to remote island communities.
Further information regarding registration, program highlights, and partnership opportunities will be provided in the months leading up to the event. The anticipation surrounding the summit signifies a committed effort to unify media professionals in their mission to connect and uplift communities across the Pacific region through innovation and collaboration.