Pacific Islands Forum Newswire

Japan offers to meet high level Pacific delegation next month over plans to dump treated radioactive nuclear waste water ...

By Makereta Komai, PACNEWS Editor A month away from the expected discharge of treated radioactive water into the Pacific Ocean, Japan has offered to meet a high-level delegation from the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) in its attempt to assure that the process …

Pacific countries set to receive major climate grant

[Source: Pacific Islands Forum/ Facebook] Fiji and other Pacific Island countries will soon have direct access to predictable climate and disaster resilience funding through the Pacific Resilience Facility. The facility, designed to address fragmented …

New Zealand 'reluctantly' extends pause in Cook Islands funding

NZ Foreign Minister Winston Peters announced the pause after Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown signed a partnership with China. Photo: RNZ/Pacific Islands Forum/123RF New Zealand has extended its pause on direct payments to the Cook Islands …

Dialogue with the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat and its experts on the current status of advanced liquid processing ...

On 01 June, a video conference on ALPS treated water at TEPCO’s Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station (FDNPS) was held with the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Secretariat and its experts. Officials from Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) and Ministry of …

Report highlights Guam's sustainability efforts

Guam's sustainability efforts are highlighted in a recently released U.S. Climate Alliance annual report. The report "Pressing Forward: Governors’ Enduring Fight for a Resilient & Sustainable Future" details how members of the alliance …

‘Profound distrust’ in France, says Pacific people’s mission report calling for new Kanaky negotiations

Asia Pacific Report A Pacific people’s mission to Kanaky New Caledonia was repeatedly confronted with a “profound sense of distrust” in the French state’s role in the decolonisation process, a new report released this week has revealed. “This scepticism, …

'The Kanaks' struggle is about social justice': New report says France ignores New Caledonia's right to self-rule

Advocates say France's "repeated breaches, political interference and disregard for Kanak rights expose a system built to protect colonial interests, not people." Photo courtesy of New Caledonia/Facebook France’s management of New …

Pacific Forum charts bold path for sustainable and resilient future

The Ninth Pacific Forum on Sustainable Development (PFSD), co-hosted by ESCAP and the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat (PIFS), in partnership with the Pacific Catastrophe Risk Insurance Company (PCRIC), brought together Pacific member States, regional …

PNGDF Joins Regional Mission to Strengthen Pacific Disaster Preparedness

 Papua New Guinea Defence Force (PNGDF) members are among the latest participants in the Pacific Response Group (PRG), a regional partnership aimed at enhancing collective disaster response and preparedness across the Pacific. The PRG recently set sail …

Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency: Job Opportunities

Is Sāmoa obsessed with pageants? It certainly seems that way

Every year, a few hot topics reliably unite Sāmoans on social media. Sport is usually at the top (Go Toa! Go Manu!). But the Miss Sāmoa Pageant usually lands in the top five. As this year’s cohort of pageant hopefuls spends their final hours rehearsing and …

Why Blue Pacific’s infrastructure distress is a cocktail poisoning human development progress

Keeping a line of sight to the challenges of both COP30 in Brazil next week and also the subsequent Pacific’s COP31. A Pacific perspective. COMMENTARY: By Dr Satyendra Prasad As Pacific’s leaders and civil society prepare for the United Nations Climate …

Fiji reaffirms regional leadership in Tuna Industry at Pacific Tuna Forum

Fiji’s Minister for Fisheries, Alitia Bainivalu, says the successful hosting of the 9th Pacific Tuna Forum has reinforced Fiji’s leadership in ocean conservation and sustainable fisheries management across the region. Delivering a ministerial statement in …

Pacific Elders Voice urge real action at COP30

The Pacific Elders’ Voice (PEV) has issued a sharp warning ahead of the UNFCCC COP30, calling on major emitters including Australia and New Zealand to deliver concrete, measurable outcomes to protect vulnerable Pacific nations from the worsening impacts of …

Pacific leaders to push 100% renewable energy plan at COP30 in Belém

According to a 2022 Pacific Islands Forum report, despite the region's vision for renewable energy, its continued heavy reliance on imported fossil fuels remain a major concern. Photo: 123RF The Pacific aims to be the first region in the world to be …

The policy dimensions of cross-boundary climate-related human mobility | BCSC 2025

The session examined how climate change and environmental stressors shape mobility patterns and conflict dynamics, highlighting lessons and best practices to inform forward looking policy frameworks that reduce risks, foster resilience, and promote co …

Pacific Islanders Across Oceania and the Diaspora Reclaim the Map

Video by BuzzFeedVideo. | What Pacific Islanders Want You To Know 🌊 First Peoples of the Blue Continent From the low-lying atolls of Micronesia to the volcanic ridges of Melanesia and the far-flung archipelagos of Polynesia, Pacific Islanders have endured …

 Pacific Islands Forum’s exclusion of great powers and its consequences

Pacific island leaders gather in Honiara, Solomon Islands for the 54th Pacific Islands Forum Leadership Meeting in September. Photo courtesy of the FSM government These Islands By Robert Underwood In the prelude to the September 2025 Pacific Islands Forum …

AI Agents Take Over the SOC: Google Predicts a Paradigm Shift in Cybersecurity Operations

Security operations centres are on the brink of a workforce revolution. Google Cloud predicts that by 2026, AI agents will become primary operators inside the SOC, autonomously correlating alerts, drafting threat reports and recommending containment …

Five Civility Practitioners Received Official Credentials From Global Civility Leadership Institute

NAIROBI CITY, GREENSPAN, KENYA, November 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global Civility Leadership Institute is excited to recognize a new wave of five purpose‑driven changemakers who are joining the cause through the World Civility Ambassadors …

Antony Goddard of OKKAMI Featured on Forbes: “Beyond The Chatbot – Using AI and Data to Redefine Hospitality”

Antony Goddard of OKKAMI featured on Forbes, exploring how AI and data are redefining hospitality through predictive intelligence and personalization. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, November 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Antony Goddard, Chief …

Abraham House, the Global Council for Responsible AI, and the HAI unite to redefine the future of AI governance

Global Alliance unites to put AI in the service of humanity, a historic collaboration redefining human-centric intelligence for a more ethical future. SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, November 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Three organizations have …

Statement from the International Board Chair of SOS Children's Villages International on Recent Media Reports

The chair of the International Board of SOS Children’s Villages International comments on media speculation and commentary on the former leadership of SOS CVI VIENNA, AUSTRIA, November 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dominico Parisi, the chair of …

Cathay FHC Champions Nature Finance at Climate Week NYC, Calls for Bold Action on Climate and Nature Action Gap

CIO Sophia Cheng: “Cathay FHC has proven over the past decade that sustainability does not require sacrificing profitability.” TAIPEI, TAIWAN, November 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As climate and biodiversity risks intensify, Cathay Financial …

ESR Filing Confusion Leaves UAE Companies at Risk: The VAT Consultant Offers Expert Compliance Solutions

KARAMA, DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, November 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the UAE’s Economic Substance Regulations (ESR) continue to evolve, thousands of businesses are finding themselves confused about classification, notification, and …

Transformational Leadership Recognized: Karlo Benjamin Nisce and Distinguished Service Leaders Honored

RCNME President Karlo Benjamin Nisce receives the prestigious Magis of Rotary Leadership Excellence Award alongside three other distinguished leaders. METRO MANILA, PHILIPPINES, November 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a landmark ceremony that …

Music with a Mission: Ode to the Marine Corps Launches Worldwide

HONG KONG, November 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Since its November 1 debut, Ode to the Marine Corps continues to gain ground as a six-song album by QUARLESS that transforms the spirit of the United States Marine Corps into a powerful musical …

How Can Software Development Companies Outsmart Challenges in 2026

Software development companies in 2026 can resolve challenges they encounter with actionable strategies integrating latest AI technologies. LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, November 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The software industry is undergoing …

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Joan Brothers Named #8 Among the Top 10 Visionary Leaders Transforming the GCC Region in 2025

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, November 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Joan Brothers, Founder and CEO of Manhattan Boutique Real Estate (MBRE), has been recognized as one of the Top 10 Visionary Leaders Transforming the GCC Region in 2025, honoring …

Cultural Survival Is at COP30 to Ensure Indigenous Rights Are Part of the Climate Solution

CAMBRIDGE, MA, UNITED STATES, November 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- From November 10 to November 21, 2025, the 2025 United Nations Climate Change Conference, also known as the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention …

Guardian Jet Appoints Mike Moore as Regional Sales Director for Florida

Guardian Jet appoints Mike Moore as Regional Sales Director for Florida to strengthen client service and growth across the Southeast. GUILFORD, CT, UNITED STATES, November 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Guardian Jet LLC (guardianjet.com), a …

LIFE Delivers Lifesaving Medical Aid to Over 15,000 People in Sub-Saharan Africa

Essential Medical Supplies Distributed Across Mali, Somalia, Somaliland, and the Ivory Coast to Combat Preventable Deaths SOUTHFIELD, MI, UNITED STATES, November 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sub-Saharan Africa faces a deepening health crisis …

Tesla Mechanical Designs 'Built in India, Backed by Excellence' Model Deliver Vetted Quality at Scale for Global Clients

Firm's combination of design-led DFM & rigorously curated vendor network provides global companies with de-risked, high-quality gateway to Indian manufacturing. CA, UNITED STATES, November 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tesla Mechanical …

Knowledge Networks Highlights Ethical AI and Inclusive Governance at the UN’s World Summit for Social Development

DOHA, MIDDLE EAST, QATAR, November 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Knowledge Networks, through its RegulatingAI initiative, played a leading role at the United Nations Second World Summit for Social Development (WSSD2), hosting a high-level side …

2025 TITAN Brand Awards Season 2 Winners Announced: Honoring Excellence in Global Brand Creativity and Strategy

The 2025 TITAN Brand Awards announces the winners of Season 2, celebrating outstanding achievements in brand creativity, identity, and strategy worldwide. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, November 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The 2025 TITAN Brand …

2025 TITAN Women in Business Awards: S2 Winners Announced - Celebrating Excellence in Leadership and Entrepreneurship

The 2025 TITAN Women in Business Awards announces the Season 2 winners, honoring women leadership, organizational success, and entrepreneurial innovation. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, November 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The 2025 TITAN Women …

Jonathane Ricci's 'Legacy Command Center' Addresses $280B Annual Estate Tax Leakage Across North America

Revolutionary Managed Legal Expertise©™ Orchestrates Multiple Law Firms to Eliminate Cross-Border Estate Tax Waste and Family Conflicts TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, November 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With North American families losing an …

U.S. Cybersecurity Pioneer AccuSights Transcends Boundaries with a Mission to Protect 1,000 Small Businesses

In GITEX Global 2025, AccuSights Reveals Its Mission to Protect 1,000 SMEs in an interview with H.E. Dr Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, Head of Cyber Security. DUBAI, EMIRATES OF DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, November 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AccuSights …