The Latest Breaking News from the South Pacific

Taiwan’s president departed for his trip to the South Pacific that will include a two-day transit in the U.S., his first since assuming office, though few details about his itinerary are public

Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te will stop over in Hawaii and Guam on his trip to the South Pacific, in a move expected to draw objection from China

Pope Francis embarks on a historic 12-day trip to Southeast Asia and the South Pacific, emphasizing inter-religious dialogue, environmental protection, and...

On Sept. 8, 2024, a satellite named Salsa will re-enter the atmosphere and burn up safely over a hand-picked region of the South Pacific — if all goes to plan.

New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters says Western nations, including the United States and New Zealand, failed to understand swiftly enough the geopolitical importance of island nations in the South Pacific, leaving a power vacuum that allowed other countries to increase their diplomatic influence

Explore Emma McKeon's serene escape at Palm Resort and Beach in Noumea, New Caledonia, through stunning images capturing the beauty of the South Pacific.

Explorers discovered what they think is the famed pilot’s Lockheed P-38 Lightning fighter in jungle of Papua New Guinea

Australia’s deputy prime minister is visiting the Solomon Islands, as Canberra intensifies its efforts to counter China’s growing influence in the South Pacific

Solomon Islands lawmakers elected former Foreign Minister Jeremiah Manele as prime minister Thursday in a development that suggests the South Pacific island nation will maintain close ties with China.