- Papua New Guinea Pushes Bold Climate Action and Forest-Ocean Alliance at COP30
Papua New Guinea is stepping into the climate spotlight with a bold agenda that links forests, oceans, and global finance. A sweeping Pacific-to-Amazon partnership and ambitious funding reforms frame adaptation as a planetary survival imperative, inviting a reimagined path for global action.
- Fiji Takes Aim at Plastic Pollution with Container Deposit Regulations
Fiji moves to curb plastic pollution with a mandatory beverage container return scheme. As consultations roll out across government and industry, the plan promises sharper recycling, green jobs, and a broader push toward a circular waste economy—bottles, e-waste, tires, and more.
- Transgender Service Members Sue Over Revoked Military Retirement Benefits Tied to Ban
Transgender service members are mounting a high-stakes lawsuit after retirement orders were revoked amid shifting policy. The case questions earned benefits, military records, and what justice looks like for those who served.
- Fiji’s Port Denarau Marina Unveils 115m Mega-Birth to Boost Luxury Yachting
Fiji’s premier superyacht hub unveils a landmark expansion, including the country’s first 115-meter mega-berth. With a broader capital works program and a five-year plan in motion, the stage is set for enhanced guest experiences and new revenue streams—advancing resilience and growth amid evolving industry challenges.
- Fiji Braces for Bail Ruling in Massive Meth Seizure Case
A high-stakes bail hearing in Fiji tests the balance between compassionate grounds and public safety as authorities crack down on large-scale drug trafficking. The case mirrors a broader push to disrupt narcotics networks and uphold accountability within the justice system.
