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Published on Apr 25, 2025

Pacific Islands Forum pays tribute to Pope Francis, remembered as a “True Friend of the Pacific”

The Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) has joined world leaders in paying tribute to Pope Francis, who passed away on Easter Monday at the age of 88. In a joint statement released on Tuesday, PIF Chair Hon. Aisake Valu Eke and Secretary General Baron Divavesi …

Source: Island Times - Pending
Published on Apr 23, 2025

Pacific Islands Forum mission in Washington seeking funding for resilience facility

Pacific Islands Forum secretary general Baron Waqa and Tongan Prime Ministers and Forum chair Dr 'Aisake Eke at the Special Pacific Islands Forum Economic Ministers Meeting (FEMM) in March 2025. Photo: Pacific Islands Forum The Pacific Islands Forum ( …

Source: RNZ - Public Broadcaster
Published on Apr 25, 2025

PIF Chair pushes U.S and World Bank for Pacific Resilience funding

The Chair of the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) and Prime Minister of Tonga, Dr ‘Aisake Eke, is ramping up high-level advocacy in Washington this week, pushing for funding commitments to the Pacific Resilience Facility (PRF). Joined by Forum Secretary General …

Source: Pacific News Service - Neutral
Published on Apr 16, 2025

Outgoing Pacific Islands Forum SG says Australia’s climate change stance is affecting its standing in the region

The outgoing Secretary General of the Pacific Islands Forum Dame Meg Taylor says the Australian government’s stance on climate change and its support for fossil fuels is affecting the country’s standing in the region. “I think people who are very concerned …

Source: Pacific News Service - Neutral
Published on Apr 25, 2025

Pacific news in brief for 25 April

Electoral Commission headquarters. Photo: RNZI/ Johnny Blades Papua New Guinea - election The writs for the Local Level Government elections in Papua New Guinea have been signed by the Minister for Provincial and Local Level Government Affairs, Soroei …

Source: RNZ - Public Broadcaster
Published on Apr 25, 2025

Pacific Islands News Roundup – Apr. 18-24, 2025

Political Leadership and Regionalism, Peace and Security ‘Pope of the People’: Pacific mourns pontiff’s passing (PMN) Pacific Islands Forum Troika leaders write to US President Trump (Solomon Star) Pacific ‘needs predictability’ in a ‘changing …

Source: Pacific Islands Report - Center-left
Published on Apr 25, 2025

Cooks contributes to regional framework

Cook Islands joined Pacific governments, civil society, private sector representatives, regional agencies, and development partners for the first in-person regional consultation on the Draft Implementation Plan for the Pacific Regional Framework on Climate …

Source: Cook Island News - Neutral
Published on Apr 24, 2025

Forum chair leads high-level Pacific Resilience Facility capitalisation advocacy with global…

The Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Tonga and Chair of the Pacific Islands Forum, Dr ‘Aisake Valu Eke, together with the Pacific Islands Forum Secretary General, Baron Waqa, is undertaking a high-level advocacy mission to the United States this week as …

Source: Pacific News Service - Neutral
Published on Apr 24, 2025

Pacific Islands call for stronger global support amid rising challenges

The Pacific Islands Forum has urged global and regional partners to align more closely with Pacific-led priorities as the region faces mounting challenges, from climate change to transnational crime and shifting aid dynamics. Speaking virtually at the 81st …

Source: Pacific News Service - Neutral
Published on Apr 24, 2025

U.S deputy Secretary of State Landau meets with Tonga PM Eke and PIF SG Waqa

U.S deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau held talks Wednesday with a senior delegation from the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF), including Tonga’s Prime Minister Dr ‘Aisake Eke, who currently serves as PIF Chair, and PIF Secretary General Baron Waqa. …

Source: Pacific News Service - Neutral
Published on Apr 11, 2025

New Zealand Eases Travel Rules for Pacific Islands Forum Countries

New Zealand has announced significant changes to its immigration settings, making it easier for citizens of Pacific Islands Forum countries to visit the country. The changes were revealed by Foreign Affairs Minister, Winston Peters and Immigration Minister …

Source: Tavuli News - Neutral
Published on Apr 11, 2025

Pacific Islands Forum Countries may be eligible for a Multi-Entry Visa to NZ

Photo: NZ Immigration From early July, people from all Pacific Islands Forum countries who apply for a visitor visa may be eligible for a multi-entry visa – and will be able to visit New Zealand as many times as they want for 24 months, an increase from …

Source: TP+ - Neutral
Published on Apr 24, 2025

PM leads high-level PRF advocacy mission to meet global partners

A high-level advocacy mission to the United States this week, is led by Tonga's Prime Minister Hon. Dr ‘Aisake Eke, and the Pacific Islands Forum Secretary General. Baron Waqa, who are seeking to secure capitalisation pledges for the new Pacific …

Source: Matangi Tonga Online - Neutral
Published on Apr 24, 2025

Signing of Pacific Resilience Facility Treaty in Honiara

The Pacific Resilience Facility (PRF) Treaty is set to be signed during the 54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting, which will be hosted in Honiara from November 8–12, 2025. Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele made the announcement upon his return from the …

Source: Solomon Star - Pending
Published on Apr 24, 2025

Pope Francis was a voice for justice and unity: PIF

[Source: PIFS/ Facebook] The Pacific Islands Forum says the late Pope Francis was a voice of compassion, justice, and unity in a world too often divided. In a joint statement this afternoon by PIF Chair Aisake Valu Eke and Secretary General Baron Waqa, …

Source: FBC News - Pending
Published on Apr 24, 2025

PM leads US push for Climate Resilience Fund

The Prime Minister is in the US this week to secure pledges for a major Pacific resilience fund. Prime Minister Hon. Dr ‘Aisake Valu Eke, also Chair of the Pacific Islands Forum, is leading a high-level advocacy mission with Secretary General Baron Waqa. …

Source: Talanoa 'O Tonga - Neutral
Published on Apr 5, 2025

Fiji ratifies agreement establishing the Pacific Islands Forum, remains a key player in PIF: PM Bainimarama

The motion to ratify the 2005 Agreement establishing the Pacific Islands Forum has been passed by the Fijian parliament Wednesday. The agreement recognises the Forum as an international organisation and will be a region of peace, harmony, security, and …

Source: Pacific News Service - Neutral
Published on Apr 23, 2025

Pacific leaders urge global support for resilience financing in US advocacy mission

The Prime Minister of Tonga and Chair of the Pacific Islands Forum, Dr ‘Aisake Valu Eke, and Forum Secretary-General, Baron Waqa, are visiting the United States this week. Their mission aims to secure funding for the Pacific Resilience Facility (PRF), an …

Source: Pacific Media Network - Public Broadcaster
Published on Apr 2, 2025

Pacific Islands Forum should consider China security ties, Samoa PM says

China’s bid to set up a security pact with Pacific Island Countries should be considered by a regional Forum, the leaders of Samoa and New Zealand said on Tuesday, weeks after the Solomon Islands sparked uproar by signing a deal with China. The Pacific …

Source: Pacific News Service - Neutral

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Published on April 22, 2025 - 06:32 GMT

Official Visit of the Prime Minister of Fiji The Honourable Sitiveni Rabuka, 21 to 23 April 2025

Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Fiji Sitiveni Rabuka will make an Official Visit to Singapore from 21 to 23 April 2025 at the invitation of Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Lawrence Wong. This is Prime Minister …

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 23:52 GMT

Dr. Imre Marton Remenyi Redefines Executive Coaching at Leo Wien

WIEN, AUSTRIA, April 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In an era where C-level executives face nonstop demands, digital overload, and burnout, one expert is reshaping the conversation around leadership development. Dr. Imre Marton Remenyi, founder …

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 23:25 GMT

Humanity Over Borders: Russian-Born, American-Led—How One Couple Is Saving Thousands of Lives in Ukraine

In Their 12th Mission This May, the Founders of STAYWITHUKRAINE INC Aim to Hand-Carry Their 6,000th Pound of Life-Saving Trauma Care Supplies on the Front Lines AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a world divided …

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 21:45 GMT

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 20:17 GMT

Composer Leads the Way: Emily Simonian's Captivating Musical Earns Spotlight at Armenian Embassy Concert

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a powerful testament to the impact of one creator’s vision, Armenian-American composer, lyricist, and librettist Emily Simonian has inspired an unprecedented cultural …

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 19:03 GMT

Love Without Boundaries and SBS Launch National Foster Care Training Initiative Across Guatemala

LWB and SBS launch national foster care workshops to give Guatemala’s orphaned and vulnerable children the chance to grow up in safe, loving families. GUATEMALA CITY, GUATEMALA, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a powerful move to change …

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 16:51 GMT

Bolivia avanza hacia la erradicación del matrimonio infantil

El Senado aprobó un proyecto clave para erradicar el matrimonio infantil. Ahora se espera que la Cámara de Diputados también lo apruebe. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- El 23 de abril de 2025, el Senado Nacional …

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 15:31 GMT

WiseFax Unveils Secure Online Fax Solution Tailored for Healthcare Professionals

WiseFax, a trusted online fax service, today announced its secure all-in-one fax service specifically engineered for healthcare workers and their patients. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- WiseFax, a trusted …

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 14:50 GMT

The Salvation Army Announces Return of ‘Fly the Flag’ Program to Provide Support to Local Residents in Need

Volunteers and Community Partners from The Salvation Army Milford Corps will install 500 American flags throughout Milford, Hopedale, and Mendon MILFORD, MA, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American flag is a timeless …

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Black Saber Group Making Big Strides

Black Saber Group showcased at Iridium Partner Conference 2025, established new partnerships, and have sold hundreds of E-Clips and E-Docks TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today Black Saber Group, a company focused …

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 12:30 GMT

United Planet Names Jade Ho as 2025 United Planet Fellow

Jade Ho named 2025 United Planet Fellow, continuing her journey of global service and cross-cultural leadership with the Boston-based nonprofit. BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- United Planet is proud to announce …

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 10:00 GMT

Major Achievements for Sub Tales

Achieved NY Times Best Seller and Amazon Book of the Year NASHUA, NH, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Frank and Charles Hood, the authors of “Poopie Suits & Cowboy Boots” and eight more titles about the US Submarine Force history …

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 06:21 GMT

ACE Alliance and the Robovis Intelligent System Shaping the Future of Finance: Investment Decisions Enter a New Era

DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the 21st century’s financial markets, technological innovations are reshaping the entire industry landscape at an unprecedented speed. The rise of emerging technologies such as …

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 04:46 GMT

Zafir Rashid prepares Teramir Group for vertical construction as pre-permitting milestones near completion

Zafir Rashid leads Teramir Group into final pre-construction phase for $1.5B global projects, with permits expected within 30 days. ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Zafir Rashid, Head of Development at Teramir …

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 13:22 GMT

Cities worldwide invited to join UN-Habitat’s Quality of Life Initiative

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 13:17 GMT

New blog highlights how multilateralism can accelerate urban climate action

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Published on April 24, 2025 - 23:23 GMT

The Way to Happiness Foundation International Hosts Spring National Convention

A Bold Step Taken Towards Restoring Competence Across America GLENDALE, GA, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the spirit of Spring and embracing new beginnings, renewal and optimism, The Way to Happiness Foundation …

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Published on April 24, 2025 - 20:13 GMT

Dr. Lancaster Selected to Facilitate New MEG Certificate Program

Dr. Lancaster Selected to Facilitate New MEG Leadership Certificate Program MELBOURNE, FL, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Madison Education Group (MEG) recently announced the launch of a new certificate program: BUS 302 …

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Published on April 24, 2025 - 18:46 GMT

INFOLOB Elevates Enterprise Performance Through Cutting-Edge Data and Analytics Solutions

INFOLOB is expanding data and analytical innovation space through successful implementations on data warehousing and predictive analytics. DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- INFOLOB, a global pioneer of digital …

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Published on April 24, 2025 - 18:36 GMT

Parents Forum Joins Listen First’s National Week of Conversation

Offering free online mini-session “How To Tell Somebody Something They’d Rather Not Hear” CAMBRIDGE, MA, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Successful conflict management, like many life skills, can best be learned at home. …

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Published on April 24, 2025 - 18:22 GMT

Mérida, México sede de los eventos internacionales XXV Reunión ACORBAT y X Congreso del Banano CORBANA, 2026

SAN JOSE, COSTA RICA, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- La Corporación Bananera Nacional de Costa Rica (CORBANA) anuncia oficialmente la realización conjunta de la XXV Reunión Internacional ACORBAT y el X Congreso Internacional del Banano …

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