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As the impact of the drought in Papua New Guinea worsens the UN and other agencies have been asked to become more involved in helping the victims. Audio

United Nations member states are expected to express their concerns about human rights issues in Nauru like press freedom and the treatment of refugees at a review this week. Audio

All countries in the Pacific are being urged to start discussions on how to help people forced to move from low lying atoll nations like Kiribati and Tuvalu. Audio

A short term fishing deal worth $89 million US has been struck between Pacific nations and the United states but future long-term arrangements look uncertain. Audio

There was a resounding call for access to finances both before and after disasters from Pacific leaders at a regional meeting looking at humanitarian challenges. Audio

Papua New Guinea's Forestry Minister Douglas Tomuriesa says the Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation-plus mechanism is ready for business. Audio

The UNDP is helping prepare scrutineers, the media and others for the Bougainville elections which run for two weeks from next Monday. Audio

Pacific chief justices are contemplating the future growth of the region's judiciary as a five-year development programme draws to a close. Audio

A texting scheme to expose corrupt officials in Papua New Guinea has had so much success it will be expanded to a national level by the end of the year. Audio

United Nations says Papua New Guinea's strong economic is not enough if it doesn't translate into the country's human development. Audio

The United Nations Development Programme in Papua New Guinea says it will do all it can to assist the Autonomous Bougainville Government in carrying out upcoming elections. Audio

An American non-profit group hopes people from US Pacific territories will soon get more political power. Audio

The traditional external powers in the Pacific Islands are still coming to terms with China's increasing level of engagement in the region. Audio

Tonga is preparing to finally ratify the United Nations convention on eliminating all forms of discrimination against women but with conditions. Audio

Pacific youth learn about corruption and advocating for change in their own countries. Audio

The paradox of plenty and ensuring that all of Papua New Guinea benefits from the resource boom. Audio

A toolkit to help Solomon Islands, one of the most prone countries in the Pacific to disaster to factor risk into its planning and development. Audio

The UNDP says Papua New Guinea's goal of being one of the top 50 ranked countries in the human development index by 2050 requires citizens to work together for the good of the nation. Audio

Papua New Guinea's Prime Minister Peter O'Neill has defended his government's stewardship of the economy amidst criticism from a rejuvenated opposition. Audio

Tongan Parliament opens up for public education. Audio

A United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) advisor says the new Fiji Parliament will be among the most developed in the Pacific. Audio

The United Nations has launched a new project to help low-income and rural Pacific Islanders access affordable savings, insurance, credit and other financial services. Audio

A New Zealand academic is urging leaders of small island developing states to address 'blatant inequalities' in the region. Audio

Thirty potential women candidates for Tonga's election in November have met in Nuku'alofa for a workshop on campaigning and leadership. Audio

There's been mixed reaction to the Melanesian Spearhead Group's decision on a bid by a West Papuan group to become a member. Audio