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Palaui Island connects to online community
The Manila Times
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June 12, 2025
SANTA ANA, Cagayan — With the recent launching of internet connectivity in this protected area, tourists and visitors to the renowned Palaui Island Protected Landscape and Seascape (PIPLS) in this town can connect to the global online community in...
Psychologist strengthens Team Fiji’s mental game ahead of Palau
FBC News
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June 22, 2025
Peni Tove addressing Team Fiji Athletes [Source: Team Fiji/ Facebook] Team Fiji athletes were given a timely boost ahead of the Pacific Mini Games with an insightful session led by qualified psychologist Peni Tove during the Team Fiji Assembly....
Dmakeiukl Rangers begin drone training to strengthen conservation efforts in Palau
Island Times
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June 20, 2025
On June 6, rangers from the Dmakeiukl Alliance took part in a hands-on drone training to enhance the monitoring and protection of coastal and terrestrial ecosystems in Palau. The training is part of a broader effort to strengthen the rangers’...
Pacific leaders address U.S deportation distress and regional unity at Micronesian meeting
Island Times
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July 11, 2025
MAJURO (PMN) — The latest wave of deportations of Pacific people from the United States was among a range of issues discussed at the recent Micronesian Islands Forum in the Marshall Islands. The three-day summit brought together leaders from...
They need to listen and act now: Pacific countries ramp up…
Pacific News Service
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Pacific countries have taken a critical step to finalise their priorities as they ramp up the call for a high-ambition treaty that addresses the full life cycle of plastic. Ahead of the second part of the fifth session of the Intergovernmental...
Our Ocean Conference concludes, Palau pledges to protect reefs, reiterates stance on deep-sea mining
Island Times
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June 17, 2025
The third United Nations Ocean Conference ended on Friday in Nice, France, after five days of high-level discussions and negotiations. Key outcomes of the meeting included renewed support for the High Seas Treaty and international calls for a...
Pacific Islands News Roundup – July 4 – July 10, 2025
Pacific Islands Report
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July 11, 2025
Editor’s Note: We are undergoing a web host migration process and may need to make necessary modifications to our format and frequency over the next several weeks. Thank you in advance for your understanding. Political Leadership and Regionalism,...
Pacific Leaders Rally For Climate-Resilient Fisheries At Third UN Ocean Conference
Scoop
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NICE, FRANCE, 11 JUNE 2025 – Pacific leaders have issued a unified call for urgent global action to protect the world’s largest tuna production region from the accelerating impacts of climate change. This message was reinforced at the 3rd UN...
This Pacific Ocean country is one of Earth’s most biodiverse places
City A.M.
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July 10, 2025
Thursday 10 July 2025 8:41 am Share Facebook Share on Facebook X Share on Twitter LinkedIn Share on LinkedIn WhatsApp Share on WhatsApp Email Share on Email A trip to remote Palau on the Four Seasons Explorer This Pacific Ocean hideaway offers...
Philippines & Palau Open Visa-free Entry for Indian Travellers: A New Era of Accessible Tourism
Moneylife India
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The Philippines has joined an expanding list of nations offering visa-free access to Indian travellers, marking a significant milestone in the country's efforts to tap into one of the world's fastest-growing outbound tourism markets. Beginning 8...
Pacific Islands focus: deep sea mining, reproductive injustice and a new breast screen campaign
Croakey Health Media
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July 10, 2025
Introduction by Croakey: World leaders are calling for a moratorium on deep sea mining to prevent devastating and irreversible environmental harm. This week, governments are meeting in Jamaica at the 30th Session of the International Seabed...
It’s raining global awards for PM Modi. He’s bagged 13 in 3rd term alone, a whopping 27 since 2014
The Print
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July 10, 2025
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred with his 27th international honour Wednesday—the “Order of the Most Ancient Welwitschia Mirabilis”—during his visit to Namibia. This is the fourth award he has received in the past week, and...
Japan risks its reputation in Oceania with Fukushima discharge
Pacific News Service
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A rollcall of Pacific Island nations have very different views on the release of treated radioactive wastewater. By Derek Grossman Japan’s decision last month to begin discharging treated radioactive wastewater into the Pacific Ocean from its...
It’s time for a US Indo-Pacific reset
Asia Times
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July 10, 2025
As the recent struggle to pass a budget for the US government illustrates, yet again, the immutable reality of limited fiscal resources, it’s time to reconsider America’s vital national interests in the Indo-Pacific and maintain a laser-like focus...
Rejection of Church Constructions in Indonesia: A Violation of Worship Rights
Tempo.co
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July 8, 2025
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The residents of Neighborhood Unit (RT) 2 and RT 5, Community Unit (RW) 03, in Kalibaru Subdistrict, opposed the construction of a church on Palautan Eres Street, Cilodong Subdistrict, Depok, Indonesia, on Saturday, July 5,...
Initiative prioritises athlete safety
The National
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ATHLETE safety and wellbeing are taking centre stage at this year’s Pacific Mini Games in Palau, with the groundbreaking introduction of dedicated safeguarding officers embedded in every national team for the first time. Thanks to the leadership...
Fatoata and Learning Endeavors host Wetlands Teacher Workshop
Samoa News
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July 7, 2025
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The non-profit organization Fatoata, in collaboration with Learning Endeavors, hosted a wetlands teacher workshop on Thursday, June 26, and Friday, June 27. Learning Endeavors focuses on coastal resilience throughout...
Pacific leaders address US deportation distress and regional unity at Micronesian meeting
Pacific Media Network
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The latest wave of deportations of Pacific people from the United States was among a range of issues discussed at the recent Micronesian Islands Forum in the Marshall Islands. The three-day summit brought together leaders from Kiribati, Nauru, the...
US Deep Sea Mining order disrespects Pacific, say campaigners
Papua New Guinea Post Courier
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July 7, 2025
President Donald Trump has signed a new executive order that supports deep sea mining in both United States and international waters. The move has upset environmental groups and Pacific leaders who say the order puts Pacific countries and their...
What do the cheapest Lady Gaga ‘Mayhem Ball’ concert tickets cost?
New York Post
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July 8, 2025
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