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Displaced people need to be on COP28 agenda - human rights group
A new legal framework to support climate-displaced people and guarantee their human rights is being served up ahead of COP28. Audio
Divergent views on deep sea exploration and mining in the Pacific
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.
'It’s not as colourful': Cook Islanders working to make tourism regenerative
Visitors to the Cook Islands are being encouraged to look beyond the picture perfect postcard and give back to the environment when holidaying there. Audio
US 'ready now' to deliver climate funding for the Pacific - ambassador to UN
The US representative to the United Nations says the United States is committed to delivering on climate financing for the Pacific. Audio
'We're not judges': Pacific Islands Forum leaders confirm Baron Waqa is secretary-general
Pacific Islands Forum leaders have emerged from their retreat on Aitutaki with their outcomes document, confirming controversial ex-Nauru president as the regional organisation's new top diplomat.
Henry Puna says 'everybody’s in good spirits’ as Nauru abandons Pacific leaders in Rarotonga
RNZ Pacific has confirmed from multiple sources that Nauru's president David Adeang has departed the Cook Islands just 24 hours after he walked out of a plenary meeting in Rarotonga.
Breaking - Nauru president Adeang ditches Pacific Islands Forum leaders in Cook Islands
RNZ Pacific has confirmed from multiple sources that Nauru's president David Adeang has departed the Cook Islands just 24 hours after he walked out of a plenary meeting in Rarotonga.
Nauru snubs Pacific leaders retreat, Fiji's Rabuka says 'they should've been here'
The wounds of last year's rift at the Pacific Islands Forum has been reopened after a dramatic walkout by the Nauru President David Adeang, followed by a no-show for the leaders retreat on Aitutaki.
Pro-Palestine protest at Pacific Islands Forum meeting in Rarotonga
A pro-Palestine protest is taking place outside the main auditorium where the 52nd Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting is taking place in Rarotonga. Audio
Old wounds reopened? Nauru walks out over Baron Waqa question at Pacific Islands Forum
Signs of potential disagreements are starting to surface at the Pacific Islands Forum leaders meeting in the Cook Islands.
Cook Islands puts 'unique' culture on show for Pacific Islands Forum opening ceremony
The Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting opening ceremony erupted with song, dance and the fierce drumming performances involving hundreds of Cook Island children. Audio
Leaders, delegates attend church service in Rarotonga ahead of meeting
A number of Pacific leaders have attended a church service together on the eve of the 52nd Pacific Islands Forum in Rarotonga, Sunday local time.
'Proud': What hosting Pacific Islands Forum means to Cook Islanders
The 52nd Pacific Islands Forum in Cook Islands this week is causing quite a buzz around the main island Rarotonga and especially at the bustling Punanga Nui Market.
Israel-Gaza conflict: Fiji's former leader and humanitarian groups criticise Pacific vote against UN resolution
Exclusive - Frank Bainimarama is concerned for Fijian troops in the Middle East after the majority of Pacific states voted against a UN resolution for a ceasefire between Israeli forces and Hamas…
Vanuatu prime minister surveys Cyclone Lola damage from the air
Vanuatu has been hit by three cyclones in eight months. The latest has affected more than 10,000 households and destroyed some, along with schools.
Cyclone Lola lashes Vanuatu's northern provinces, now heading south
Reports are emerging of widespread damage in Vanuatu's northern provinces, where Cyclone Lola first made landfall on Tuesday.
Cyclone Lola wind gusts of up to 320km/h: Red Cross fears 'major, major damages'
Red Cross Vanuatu is concerned it does not have enough relief to support people through the category 5 Cyclone Lola which is moving through Northern Vanuatu.
Severe tropical Cyclone Lola upgraded to Category 3
Cyclone Lola is heading towards northern Vanuatu and is expected to hit the second largest city Luganvile at midday Tuesday as heavy rain and gale force winds descend across the region.
Pacific women face most discrimination in legal profession, survey finds
The Pacific Lawyers Association is concerned Pacific women are the most discriminated against group within the legal profession in NZ.
'Repay before boarding': NZ repatriation flight from Israel comes at a cost
Tongan church group attempting to flee Israel is "disappointed" the New Zealand govt is charging people for the repatriation flight which doesn't bring them back home.
Growing concerns for NZ Tongan church group trying to flee Israel amidst war
A New Zealand-based church group is attempting to flee Israel by bus with the help of the Tongan Consulate hours before a lockdown.
Over 240 people return safely to Fiji from Israel
Fiji has welcomed 243 passengers back on Pacific soil this morning after a successful repatriation flight from Tel Aviv, Israel.
Pacific first time voters want their voice heard in NZ election
Pacific youth and first time voters in Aotearoa feel forgotten and ill equipped ahead of the election. Audio
'Lack of civic education' in NZ schools failing Pacific, Māori students
Some Pacific and Māori school leavers are concerned they're being failed by a "lack of civic education" in New Zealand.
Election 2023 - What parties hope to offer Pasifika through their policies
The Pacific Election 2023 debate kicked off with one of the most pressing issues for Pacific communties - an amnesty for overstayers.