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Fiji needs to redouble its effort to ensure its debt burden is on a sustainable path and the cost  of debt servicing is reduced.

The upcoming WTO is likely to see a power struggle between its traditional advanced economy leaders and the so-called Global Majority.

2023 has been a jam-packed year, with lots of local engagement, off island expeditions, and everyday work.

Pacific leaders have taken different positions on the issue of mining of the ocean floor for minerals. While some are calling for a total ban, others view it as an opportunity.

Leaders from across the region are gathering in New Caledonia, to attend the 12th General Assembly of the Pacific Conference of Churches.

This past week on Tuesday at the Empire Cinema we launched the documentary called Deep Rising. This thought-provoking movie, narrated by Jason Momoa of Aquaman fame, dives down to the depths of the ocean to investigate the future plans for mining the seabed for valuable metals.

Don’t share defeatist bollocks. It tells swing, undecided and habitual non-voters to not bother voting left. Instead, there are still actions that will make a difference over the next three weeks.

Open mike is your post. For announcements, general discussion, whatever you choose. The usual rules of good behaviour apply (see the Policy). Step up to the mike …

The International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA) invites you to an online panel event, Webinar 5: “International Day of Democracy: Empowering the Next Generation”, on Friday, 15 September 2023, from 11:00 - 12:30 (GMT +12). The International Day of Democracy is observed annually on the 15th of September and is an opportunity to reflect

Scientists, environmentalists and fisherfolk from around the Pacific took part in a global media conference on August 10 as part of the campaign to stop Japan’s planned dumping of nuclear waste water from the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant into the Pacific Ocean, reports Peter Boyle.