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Need for independent science during plastic treaty negotiations
Pacific News Service
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Poor science heard during the negotiations for a new Plastics Treaty has caused concern for the Scientists Coalition for an Effective Plastics Treaty. A group of approximately 240 scientists representing over 250 independent scientists across the...
One million children in the Pacific without a birth certificate –…
Pacific News Service
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An estimated one million children in the Pacific region lack an official identity, which is hampering their access to education, healthcare, and legal rights. The experts warn that growing up without a birth certificate has far-reaching...
Balancing Adaptation and Mitigation: The Agricultural Sector under the UN Climate Change Regime
EJIL: Talk!
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July 7, 2025
The climate change regime has been one focal point of international law over the past year, as the International Court of Justice (ICJ) has undertaken the task of addressing the questions presented as part of the advisory proceedings on climate...
One million children in the Pacific without a birth certificate - SPC
Pacific Media Network
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An estimated one million children in the Pacific region lack an official identity, which is hampering their access to education, healthcare, and legal rights. The experts warn that growing up without a birth certificate has far-reaching...
ADB’s Director General for Pacific in Honiara
Solomon Star
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June 25, 2025
Director General (DG) of the Pacific Department within the Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) is on a five-day visit to the Solomons. Emma Veve who was appointed to the position in late February 2025 arrived in Honiara on Monday and has been visiting...
Fiji's ex-anti-corruption head to fight 'destroyed career' after damning inquiry
RNZ
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July 8, 2025
Ashton-Lewis, 75, was paid $AU2000 a day during the nine week hearing, which involved 35 witnesses . It took a total of six months to go through the material. Photo: RNZ Pacific / Fiji Government / FICAC The former head of Fiji's anti-corruption...
Trinidad and Tobago nationals to pay an extra US$250 for US visa
Trinidad and Tobago Newsday
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July 8, 2025
News Sean Douglas 11 Minutes Ago The US Embassy in Port of Spain. FILE PHOTO - TT nationals, along with other "aliens" under US immigration law, will soon have to pay an extra US$250 (roughly $1,750) on top of their visa fee of US$185, to enter...
More Loss, More Damages: Africa in the Green Transition
Africa is a country
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What is the green in the green transition? Between September 4 and 6, 2023, the first Africa Climate Summit was held in Nairobi, Kenya, co-hosted by the African Union. Bringing Nairobi to a standstill, this convening was choreographed as a media...
FEATURE | The beginning of surveillance patrol
The Fiji Times
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July 5, 2025
BY FIJI NAVY FOLLOWING the welcoming ceremony on February 19, 1976, the commissioning and the naming ceremony for the first two Fiji naval ships was held on February 21, 1976. The quarter guard led by Sub Lieutenant David AG. Lane with the RFMF...
Migrants to Aus send billions of dollars home
The Geelong Advertiser
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July 3, 2025
Australia’s migration boom helped drive a record $38.2 billion in money sent in overseas remittances last year, including $7.3 billion to India and $5.35 billion to China, according to new analysis. The two countries received nearly one third of...
US Deep Sea Mining order disrespects Pacific, say campaigners
Papua New Guinea Post Courier
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July 7, 2025
President Donald Trump has signed a new executive order that supports deep sea mining in both United States and international waters. The move has upset environmental groups and Pacific leaders who say the order puts Pacific countries and their...
The Rainbow Warrior 1985-2025 | Part 2: Nuclear Refugees In The Pacific - The Evacuation Of Rongelap
Scoop
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On the last voyage of the Rainbow Warrior prior to its sinking by French agents in Auckland harbour on 10 July 1985 the ship had evacuated the entire population (320) of Rongelap in the Marshall Islands. After conducting dozens of above-ground...
Pacific-Australia ‘commonality’ important in uncertain times
Pacific News Service
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Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has hailed the importance of personal relationships with Pacific nations at a time when other powers are seeking to increase their influence. The prime minister, who hosted Fijian counterpart Sitiveni...
The Rainbow Warrior saga. Part 2: Nuclear refugees in the Pacific – the evacuation of Rongelap
Asia Pacific Report
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July 6, 2025
COMMENTARY: By Eugene Doyle On the last voyage of the Rainbow Warrior prior to its sinking by French secret agents in Auckland harbour on 10 July 1985 the ship had evacuated the entire population of 320 from Rongelap in the Marshall Islands. After...
BOOK REVIEW | From struggles to success
The Fiji Times
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July 6, 2025
THE book “Journey into the Unknown through Faith” by Sakiusa Tubuna (Senior) is a must read. From sharing his hardship of being raised single-handedly by a strong God-fearing mother to rising through the ranks of education, the book will inspire...
Shocking! Maldives and 9 other countries that could vanish sooner than you think
The Times of India
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Rising sea levels caused by climate change present an existential threat to many low-lying countries, particularly small island nations and coastal states, as highlighted by reports from the World Economic Forum and the Lowy Institute. These...
Building brand credibility and community through country code top level domains
TechRadar Pro
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June 21, 2025
To succeed in the digital age, businesses must not only establish a strong online presence but continuously adapt their digital strategy as the virtual landscape evolves. While there is no one-size-fits-all solution for rapid business expansion, a...
PRC Seeks Dominance in Submarine Power Cable Infrastructure
The Jamestown Foundation
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Executive Summary: Beijing is promoting cross-border power transmission projects, deploying its leading producers of submarine electric cables to deepen integration with other countries’ critical infrastructure. Orient Cables, a national champion...
Israel escalates Gaza strikes as Trump touts ‘a deal next week’
The Saturday Paper
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July 4, 2025
Great power rivalry Gaza: United States President Donald Trump launched a push for a ceasefire in Gaza this week that he said could lead to an end to the war, as Israel conducted a series of deadly air strikes in the enclave and signalled it might...
Mapped: The State of Freedom Around the World in 2025
Visual Capitalist
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July 5, 2025
The State of Freedom Around the World in 2025 This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways Finland has the...