Author: TMC Palau
Moana Pasifika’s future in the Super Rugby Pacific competition should be known this week.A New Zealand Rugby (NZR) spokesman said it is being finalised with an announcement expected before or by Friday, following attempts to keep the team going.NZR had received expressions of interest from bidders who wanted to take over the license.These include Kanaloa Consortium, a group that includes a number of former All Blacks with Pasifika heritage, after their initial attempt to get a Super Rugby Pacific license in 2020 was not successful.There was also reports of an American tech company interested to play a role, and a…
[Photo Credit: Reuters] U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that Iran had agreed to nuclear inspections into “infinity,” while Tehran said it had made no such concession in negotiations, raising questions about the viability of their fragile peace deal. The two countries, which held a first round of negotiations in Switzerland that ended on Monday, also offered conflicting accounts about financial incentives for Iran, control of the Strait of Hormuz, and Israel’s parallel war in Lebanon — all major aspects of the framework deal they signed last week that aims to end the war. Nevertheless, Trump said negotiations were…
The Ba Women’s football team departs Fiji today for the Solomon Islands to compete in the OFC Women’s Champions League. Ba Football Association president Praneel Dayal said the team is well prepared and ready for the challenge ahead. Dayal has urged the players to represent both Ba and Fiji with pride and determination throughout the tournament. Ba will open its Group B campaign against Henderson Eels FC on Sunday before facing Papua New Guinea champions Hekari Women FC next Wednesday.Article continues after advertisement “This is a special opportunity for our players to showcase their talent against some of the best…
During her widely reported appearance at the National Press Club last week, One Nation leader Pauline Hanson was asked (at 58:06) about her views on Australian foreign aid spending in the context of bipartisan efforts by both Labor and the Coalition governments over the last decade to deploy aid to push back on China’s growing presence in the Pacific. The question and her response were as follows: Phil Coorey (journalist): Over the past decade or so, as we’ve seen the sort of rise of China in the region and governments here of both persuasions, Coalition and Labor, have increasingly relied…
Fiji Athletics rep, Rusiate Matai. [Photo: MATAIASI STARK} Nine months after suffering a significant injury, national indoor high jump record holder Rusiate Matai is preparing for a major comeback on the international stage. The former Balata College student tore his fibula last year, sidelining him from competition and halting his momentum. However, Matai is now on the road to recovery and is determined to represent Fiji at the upcoming Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. The high jumper had a training session yesterday at the HFC Bank Stadium alongside his Team Fiji Athletics teammates. The session marked one of his final preparations…
The French High commission in New Caledonia has banned all alcohol sales until 28 June, the provincial elections day.The ban enforcement started on Monday and will last until Sunday at midnight, local time.The ban concerns the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages.The measure is supposed to “prevent public unrest”, amongst other reasons.The High Commission said New Caledonia is experiencing a tense economic and social situation, as well as “delinquency” especially in the capital Nouméa and its greater area.It also said law enforcement agencies, police and gendarmerie, are “regularly targeted by stone-throwing”.Similar measures were taken during the May 2024 violent unrest.Political…
[Photo: FILE] Kylian Mbappe is just two goals away from becoming the highest scorer in World Cup history after netting twice in France’s 3-0 win over Iraq. The France captain now has 16 World Cup goals, level with Miroslav Klose and only two behind Lionel Messi’s record of 18. Despite edging closer to the milestone, Mbappe says winning the World Cup remains his priority. “I would play the entire World Cup without scoring if France wins the trophy.”Article continues after advertisement Mbappe’s leadership was also on display against Iraq, with the 27-year-old working tirelessly for the team and showing strong…
Overview: Koror, Palau — Palau’s push to balance technological development with community needs and cultural values took center stage as senators met with a Pacific internet initiative team and reviewed national communications oversight responsibilities. By: Laurel Marewibuel (KOROR, Palau) Palau is taking early steps toward strengthening its role in regional and global connectivity following a recent meeting between the Senate Committee on Cybersecurity, Telecommunications and Technology and a visiting delegation from the School of Internet (SOI) Pacific Initiative Planning and Coordinating Team. The visit marks an initial effort to build partnerships that reflect Palau’s local knowledge and experiences while expanding…
For vulnerable island nations like Palau, the main priority at the upcoming COP31 is to “stay the course and remain below 1.5°C,” says President Surangel Samuel Whipps Jr. Otherwise, people’s livelihoods will be at risk. 23. June 2026 Recipients need a subscription to read 23. June 2026 Recipients need a subscription to read Surangel Samuel Whipps Jr., President of Palau. (Government of Palau) Last updated: 23. June 2026 Share article: Recipients need a subscription to read Source link
Overview: The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has clarified its role in relation to a June 19 Island Times report on the departure of the first third-country national (TCN) under Palau’s U.S. immigration MOU. IOM confirmed it did not facilitate the individual’s departure and stated that the migrant left through their own arrangements. According to International Organization for Migration, its Assisted Voluntary Return (AVR) program in Palau is only activated when individuals voluntarily request assistance to return to their country of origin or another country where they have legal right to enter. The agency emphasized that all participation is voluntary…