The Latest Breaking News from Pacific Island

Despite major powers being sidelined from the Pacific Islands Forum, Vice-President Kamala Harris appears virtually to make a series of announcements showing the US is intent on reasserting its presence in the region as China continues to expand its footprint.

Pacific leaders optimistic about Albanese government’s climate action and willingness to engage, but major sticking point remains

President says it will not be attending forum because of failure to address concerns of Micronesian countries

Not usually at the forefront of geopolitical argy-bargy, the Pacific has recently emerged as a strategic element of securing democracy. A rift threatened to tear apart normally unshakeable regional unity in 2021, with five Micronesian countries threatening to leave the most powerful transnational group, the Pacific Islands Forum. Ahead of…

With Pacific Islands nations controlling 20 percent of all oceans, they are at the foundation of initiatives to help the planet and our health.

Encouraging work abroad schemes could help Pacific Island nations to steer their way clear of crippling debt.

Rising debt and declining income seem to add up to an austere future for Pacific Island nations. But belt-tightening may make things worse.

Better opportunities will arise from ASEAN and Pacific island nations banding together.

Pacific Island nations are keenly aware that disunity is unhelpful for the region.