RNZ Pacific Editor Koroi Hawkins has the latest news from the region including the door shutting on Pacific Islands Forum partners in Honiara, the King of Tonga taking control of foreign affairs and defence, and Australia and Vanuatu agree to $500m deal, with details remaining scarce.
Pacific Islands Forum Foreign Minister in Suva. 14 August 2025 Photo: RNZ Pacific / Teuila Fuatai