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World Court To Announce Climate Change Opinion On July 23
Forbes
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Judges are seated as the International Court of Justice in The Hague, Netherlands, opens hearings ... More into what countries worldwide are legally required to do to combat climate change and help vulnerable nations fight its devastating impact,...
Lae factory will deliver clean water to PNG households -Rotomold
Papua New Guinea Post Courier
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July 7, 2025
The man behind one of the South Pacific’s biggest tank manufacturers says a new factory in Lae will help ease long-running water shortages across Papua New Guinea. Prakash Chand, the Managing Director and Chairman of Rotomould Group, officially...
Hatton announces shock comeback against UAE fighter Al Dah in Dubai
The National News
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Former world champion Ricky Hatton has announced a shock return to boxing which will see him take on UAE fighter Eisa Al Dah in Dubai. The middleweight bout is scheduled to take place on December 2 and will pit Hatton – who turns 47 in October –...
Ben Morgan’s Pacific Update: Chinese aircraft carriers exercise near Japan – China’s force projection capability is increasing
The Daily Blog
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July 6, 2025
On 30 June, the People’s Liberation Army – Navy confirmed two Chinese aircraft carriers; PLANS Shandong and Liaoning exercised together in the Western Pacific. The ships conducted a range of drills practicing defensive and offensive operations....
India-EU Relations: Charting New Vistas for Climate Cooperation in the Indo-Pacific
The Diplomat
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July 3, 2025
Among the host of commitments that found their way into the Leaders’ Statement during the visit of European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to India in February 2025 was the need for greater cooperation across a number of areas...
Why private islands are the hottest trend in cruising right now
USA Today - Virginia
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Cruise lines are heavily investing in private islands to enhance their offerings and control the guest experience. These destinations offer exclusive amenities and activities, often for an additional charge, supplementing onboard experiences. The...
Pacific Workshop to Promote Sustainable Gastronomy Tourism
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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June 27, 2025
UN Tourism, in partnership with the Mountain Partnership Secretariat at the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and in collaboration with the Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO), will officially launch the “Development of...
The Rainbow Warrior 1985-2025 | Part 2: Nuclear Refugees In The Pacific - The Evacuation Of Rongelap
Scoop
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On the last voyage of the Rainbow Warrior prior to its sinking by French agents in Auckland harbour on 10 July 1985 the ship had evacuated the entire population (320) of Rongelap in the Marshall Islands. After conducting dozens of above-ground...
UN chief's call to 'save the Pacific to save the world...
Eleven Myanmar
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(AFP)-UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said it was vital "to save the Pacific to save the world" as he wrapped up his brief South Pacific tour in Vanuatu on Saturday. Guterres has spent the past week in the region pushing for urgent action...
ABIF board appointments
The Fiji Times
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July 7, 2025
WESTPAC Fiji chief executive officer Shane Smith has been appointed chairman of the Association of Banks in Fiji (ABIF). Mr Smith started his 40-year long career with the bank since joining as an 18-year-old customer service officer at the Suva...
Vantage Markets Celebrates Award and Successful Debut at Wealth Expo Peru 2025
The Tribune (Chandigarh)
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July 3, 2025
PORT VILA, Vanuatu, July 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Vantage Markets marked its first appearance at Wealth Expo Peru 2025, held in the financial heart of San Isidro at The Westin Lima Hotel. The event brought together key players from the local and...
The Rainbow Warrior saga. Part 2: Nuclear refugees in the Pacific – the evacuation of Rongelap
Asia Pacific Report
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July 6, 2025
COMMENTARY: By Eugene Doyle On the last voyage of the Rainbow Warrior prior to its sinking by French secret agents in Auckland harbour on 10 July 1985 the ship had evacuated the entire population of 320 from Rongelap in the Marshall Islands. After...
Scathing report finds horticulture workers treated 'very badly'
ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
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June 25, 2025
More than 80 per cent of horticulture businesses in Victoria's biggest growing regions were in breach of laws to protect workers, inspectors have found, after a nationwide crackdown on the sector. In a three-year investigation, Fair Work Ombudsman...
Illawarra coal miners locked out as wages dispute ramps up
ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
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June 20, 2025
Workers from an underground New South Wales coal mine are facing a lockout after taking limited industrial action over wage negotiations. About 160 permanent employees were locked out without pay from Wednesday this week to Thursday next week at...
Safeguarding Melanesian fishing communities against climate threats
Pacific News Service
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Those who live on the islands and atolls of the southwestern Pacific Ocean are exposed to rising seas and severe storms like almost no one else on Earth, and yet only a fraction are insured against the growing threat of climate change-related...
The winners and losers in this year's NSW budget
ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
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June 24, 2025
The NSW government has unveiled its spending and saving plans for the coming financial year.Check out the winners and losers and some of the biggest budget announcements. Winner: Developers In an Australian first, the government has announced a $1...
FEATURE | The beginning of surveillance patrol
The Fiji Times
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July 5, 2025
BY FIJI NAVY FOLLOWING the welcoming ceremony on February 19, 1976, the commissioning and the naming ceremony for the first two Fiji naval ships was held on February 21, 1976. The quarter guard led by Sub Lieutenant David AG. Lane with the RFMF...
IPADA 2025: Tinubu To Host Envoys, UN Tourism, Ministers, Commissioners July 30
The Will
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July 1, 2025
July 01, (THEWILL) — In a bold and unprecedented move to attract global attention and participation to this year’s edition of IPADA Celebrations 2025, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to host all envoys in Nigeria, UN Tourism, and Ministers of...
Kerrie left hospital clutching medication. She died 36 hours later
ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
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June 22, 2025
Kerrie Carroll devoted her life to caring for a menagerie of injured, neglected and abandoned animals. Warning: This story contains discussion of suicide. At the Lucky Stars Animal Sanctuary, which she founded in the New South Wales Southern...
Video: AHICE Fiji at a glance
Hotel Management
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June 26, 2025
The 2025 AHICE Fiji Investment in Tourism Summit, held from 24–26 June at Sofitel Fiji Resort and Spa in Denarau concluded on a high note with over 350 stakeholders participating. For the latest AHICE Fiji Islands wrap up, click here. This premier...