Pacific Waves for Tuesday 21 January 2014

4:04 PM.American Samoa's Visitors Bureau says welcoming new airlines to the territory can boost tourism. Audio

4:02 PM.A court in French Polynesia is due to hear the case of the king of the self-styled Pakumotu Republic, who is charged with the possession and distribution of illegal money. Audio

4:01 PM.Politicians in Fiji are preparing for what they say is likely to be a bitter and dirty election campaign this year. Audio

4:00 PM.Fiji politicians ask for a fair go from media; Patu currency case due in Tahiti court; Fiji tuna industry 'beyond a crisis'; New airlines to boost American Samoa tourism industry; Visa requirements… Read more Audio

7:03 AM.IRB's suspension of funding to the Fiji Rugby Union affects Sevens team in their preparations for this weekend's Las Vegas Sevens. Audio

7:02 AM.Details are expected to be released about France easing the requirements for Chinese tourists wishing to visit French Polynesia. Audio

7:01 AM.Fiji's fishing industry has gone well beyond a crisis and there's no turning back according to the head of a fishing company. Audio

7:00 AM.Fiji tuna industry 'beyond a crisis'; Visa requirements for Chinese visiting Tahiti to ease; Serious concerns about rule of law in Nauru amid sacking; Tonga officials look at medium and long-term… Read more Audio