Kava Declaration sparks concerns among Vanuatu exporters

The Kava Declaration developed by Pacific Islands Forum Leaders, seeks to protect the cultural integrity and intellectual property of kava by restricting the use of the name “kava” to seven Pacific Island kava-growing countries including, Fiji,...

Fiji outclassed by Vanuatu in Suva

Fiji’s hope of qualifying for the 2026 ICC T20 Women’s World Cup has been dashed after the national side lost its final pool match yesterday. The Fiji national women’s team was outclassed by Vanuatu which won by 91 runs in the East-Asia Pacific...

What went wrong with the PM’s Vanuatu mission?

Vanuatu delays pact over Chinese funding concerns

Vanuatu is not yet ready to sign a security and economic treaty with Australia over concerns the bilateral pact could restrict the South Pacific island nation’s ability to secure infrastructure funding from a third country, Vanuatuan Prime...

Trump, Starmer Seek Common Ground in State Visit

Welcome back to World Brief, where we’re looking at British efforts to woo the Trump administration, a reboot of Canada-Mexico relations, and mass anti-austerity protests in France. Dodging Hardballs After a day of royal pomp and pageantry, U.S....

Leaders welcome Australia’s bid for COP31 2026

BY JOHN HOUANIHAU Three leaders in the Pacific Islands have welcomed Australia’s bid to host the 31st United Nations Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP31) in 2026. The leaders who reaffirmed their support when they spoke during a side...

Vanuatu delays Australia security pact over China concern

Vanuatu is not yet ready to sign a security and economic treaty with Australia over concerns the bilateral pact could restrict the South Pacific island nation’s ability to secure infrastructure funding from a third country, Vanuatuan Prime...

How to make friends and influence Trump: 10 things Albanese has to do in the next week

Save Save articles for later Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Got it Normal text sizeLarger text sizeVery large text size Anthony Albanese is about to embark upon a week of hectic, high-wire trans-Atlantic diplomacy...

Missing sailor's loved ones refuse to give up hope after boat found

The loved ones of a missing US sailor say it is "paramount" they get answers about his disappearance and what led to his boat running aground on a remote Far North Queensland beach. Hartwell Champagne Jr, 62, was last heard from on Wednesday,...

Pacific Islands News Roundup – September 12 – 18, 2025

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Pasifika Sipoti in brief for 19 September

Photo: PAUL ELLIS/AFP Rugby World Rugby has announced a new structure that it says will transform women's rugby and fuel momentum from Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 towards 2029 and beyond. A new competition system will feature the world's best 18...

Vanuatu Delays Security Pact With Australia Over Fears Of Funding Limits

Home Australia Vanuatu Delays Security Pact With Australia Over Fears Of Funding Limits Australia had anticipated signing the Vanuatu deal alongside another Pacific security pact this month, part of Canberra’s effort to counter China’s growing...

Vanuatu skipper Rachel Andrew creates T20I history with hat-trick

New Delhi [India], September 9 (ANI): Vanuatu skipper Rachel Andrew carved out a memorable hat-trick to get her side off to a winning start in their quest for an ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Global Qualifier spot. Her performance with the ball,...

Vanuatu Captain Rachel Andrew Creates T20I History With Hat-Trick Against Indonesia in ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Global Qualifier

Mumbai, September 9: Vanuatu skipper Rachel Andrew carved out a memorable hat-trick to get her side off to a winning start in their quest for an ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Global Qualifier spot. Her performance with the ball, complemented by...

Vanuatu delays $330M Australia security pact over Chinese funding concerns

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Vanuatu is not yet ready to sign a security and economic treaty with Australia over concerns the bilateral pact could restrict the South Pacific island nation’s ability to secure infrastructure funding from a third...

Vanuatu deal not expected to be signed today: PM

The Prime Minister jets to Vanuatu today, where a landmark agreement with the Pacific nation hangs in the balance. Anthony Albanese will then head to the Pacific Islands Forum being held in Honiara, where climate change and the role of China in...

Fiji loses World Cup qualifying hopes after heavy defeat to Vanuatu

Fiji has lost all chances of qualifying for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 after a heavy 89-run defeat to Vanuatu in the East Asia Pacific Qualifier tournament at Albert Park this afternoon. Batting in the second innings, Fiji were bowled out...

The Albanese government has just stood firm against Vanuatu’s climate lecture

Ralph Regenvanu this week sat in his air-conditioned office in Port Vila, hanging the threat of international legal action over Australia. The Vanuatu climate minister warned that approving Woodside's North West Shelf gas extension violates a...

Palau, Kiribati, Vanuatu and Marshall Islands Urge Action on ICJ Climate Opinion

At the Pacific Islands Forum, leaders from Kiribati, Palau, Vanuatu and the Marshall Islands said the ICJ climate ruling must be more than symbolic. They called for urgent policy changes to safeguard sovereignty, secure justice, and ensure Pacific...

Vanuatu pact fate uncertain as PM lands in Pacific