Pacific Island nations are working to protect their waters from the impact of climate change, but can’t do it alone.
Global mean sea levels have risen faster in the 20th century than in any prior century over the past 3,000 years.
The region-wide plan involves the establishment of four training centres across the Pacific with a hub in Brisbane.
Climate change will top the agenda as leaders of 18 nations meet in Tonga from August 26.
Judge says Bainimarama abused his power to shut down probe into alleged corruption at the University of the South Pacific.
Pacific islands are looking to tradition to help address the climate crisis that threatens their existence.
Labor leader is first Australian prime minister to visit since 2016 after a turbulent period in bilateral ties.
Inaugural Korea-Pacific Islands Summit comes amid Seoul’s concerns over China’s growing influence in Indo-Pacific.
Commissioner of Police Sitiveni Qiliho is seen as close to former Prime Minister Frank Bainimarama.
Planned release of wastewater raises concerns among nations that are still grappling with legacy of nuclear testing.
The statement by the head of Fiji’s military stirred anxiety in the Pacific nation that has seen four coups in 35 years.
The government estimates more than 600 communities could be forced to move, including 42 villages under urgent threat.
Outgoing Prime Minister Frank Bainimarama said after losing nomination vote: ‘This is democracy and this is my legacy.’
The prime minister, who has refused to concede, said the military was deployed to ensure security.
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