SEAN JACOBS The late US Secretary of State George Shultz noted that “diplomatic visits are an important expression of presidential priorities.” Despite President Biden’s last-minute… Read More
TESS NEWTON CAIN | With Foreign Minister Penny Wong at the helm of foreign policy, the Albanese government has set a strong standard for rebuilding… Read More
TESS NEWTON CAIN | Modi in PNG to co-host FIPIC III Prime Minister Narendra Modi travelled to Papua New Guinea to co-host the third meeting… Read More
MELISSA CONLEY TYLER, MICHAEL HEAZLE, JADE LINDLEY AND SHARON COWDEN | Combating illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing (IUU fishing) is key to the integrity… Read More
TESS NEWTON CAIN | US steps up Pacific engagement The USA continues to step up its Pacific engagement in its attempt to counter China’s influence… Read More
TESS NEWTON CAIN | UK Foreign Minister visits Pacific The UK Foreign Secretary, Hon James Cleverly, visited the Pacific islands region recently. He met with… Read More
PATRICK KAIKU | Solomon Islands Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare recently affirmed his country’s adherence to the “friend to all, enemy to none” foreign policy ideal. He,… Read More
TESS NEWTON CAIN | Vanuatu secures a huge win at the United Nations In Port Vila, a parade through the town centre marked the celebrations… Read More
TESS NEWTON CAIN | Until a few months ago, Josiah Voreqe “Frank” Bainimarama was the only national leader many young Fijians had ever known. Read More
TESS NEWTON CAIN | Pacific responses to AUKUS announcement The recent AUKUS announcement regarding the pathway to nuclear-powered submarines for Australia prompted a range… Read More
