Author: TMC Palau

The Niuean government says costs have increased by 50 percent this month. Photo: Facebook / Office of the Secretary of Government NIUE Niue Niue is forecasting its fuel shipment costs to rise by 150 percent in June. The Niuean government says costs have increased by 50 percent this month, though fuel supplies remain sufficient in the meantime, and that there is no need for rationing or stockpiling. It said fuel prices will gradually increase throughout the island to address costs, as they set aside a dedicated diesel supply for government buildings and machinery. The government said power, health, emergency response…

Palau said Wednesday that it has agreed to take in up to 75 people deported from the United States during President Donald Trump’s purge of unauthorized immigrants in exchange for millions of dollars in financial assistance—a move that has sparked considerable opposition among the Pacific archipelago nation’s roughly 18,000 inhabitants.The office of Palauan President Surangel Whipps Jr. announced a memorandum of understanding with the United States under which the country will receive $7.5 million in assistance in exchange for taking in 75 third-country deportees who cannot be repatriated to their countries of origin.Earlier this week, US State Department Principal Deputy…

The Republic of Fiji Military Forces Land Force Commander, Brigadier General Onisivoro Covunisaqa, has issued a stern warning to those involved in illicit drug activities, declaring that authorities will come down hard on offenders. Speaking during the Land Forces 2nd Quarter Parade on May 1, Brigadier General Covunisaqa warned those selling drugs and spreading fear in communities that the RFMF will reach them. He further warned that individuals involved in such activities will face serious consequences when caught. The Commander said the military stands at a critical turning point in the fight against narcotics and organized crime, stressing that the…

CAMP KATUU, Palau — The Civic Action Team Palau 84-10 is once again at work in the Republic of Palau. These U.S. Army servicemembers are not just completing construction projects, they are investing in the future of an entire community.CAT Palau operates under the U.S. military’s civic action program, deploying construction teams throughout the Pacific to complete infrastructure projects while training local workers. The current rotation runs from late July to February 2026, continuing a tradition of service that dates back to 1969.A Mission Built on PartnershipThe 13-member CAT Palau team has been tackling critical infrastructure projects across the island…

A 40-year-old man will face the court today charged with the attempted murder of a police officer. Police says the accused is one of the three men who were in a vehicle that drove directly into a roadblock manned by a police officer in Laqere. The accused was discharged from the Colonial War Memorial Hospital on Friday Following consultations with the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions, the accused has been charged with one count each of attempted murder, serious assault and going equipped for theft or a property offence.Article continues after advertisement The accused will be produced at…

Musical Multilanguage Much has already been said about Maika Makovski, and much more will be said. But one thing is clear: no artistic style can resist her. A free and multidisciplinary artist, Maika has spent two decades exploring the territories where rock, poetry, and emotion blend into a single sonic landscape. Since she burst onto the scene at barely twenty years old, she has never stopped reinventing herself with each album: eight records behind her and a journey that never rests. Now, as we celebrate twenty years since the release of her first album ‘Kradiaw‘, she invites us to a special concert — a unique performance that will…

[Source: Fijian Drua/Facebook] The Swire Shipping Fijian Drua have once again paid tribute to their loyal supporters, with both coach Glen Jackson and captain Temo Mayanavanua highlighting the vital role fans continue to play in the team’s journey. Jackson was full of praise following the latest home support, describing the Drua faithful as unmatched anywhere in the world. “The fans, the way you did this week… they’re the best in the world. The turnout here was phenomenal. I say it all the time, we’re super lucky as a team to have a country that loves the game, is interested in…

Reporters Without Borders said for the first time in the Index’s history, more than half of the world’s countries now fall into the “difficult” or “very serious” categories for press freedom. Photo: 123RF Fiji has recorded the biggest improvement in the Pacific in the 2026 World Press Freedom Index, rising to 24th out of 180 countries. The index has been compiled and published by global media watchdog Reporters Without Borders (RSF) since 2002. Papua New Guinea moved up slightly on the index to 73rd. But Samoa recorded the biggest drop in the region, falling to 59th – its lowest ranking.…

Seventy Island, known for its collection of 70 islands. It is a UNESCO protected area. – Photo by James Jung Every morning, I wake up to a view of the blue ocean. I’d hop on a boat and race across the beautiful water, watching the silvery waves. Occasionally, we’d be greeted by dolphins. Then I’d return for a nap before heading back into the sea to meet its underwater inhabitants. As the sun sets, I’d wrap up my day with a cool beer.   I’ve been living this way in the South Pacific for several years now. Most tourists I meet…

The aviation industry is being described as the “artery” of the Fijian economy, and the government is taking steps to ensure those arteries don’t become clogged by outdated laws. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Civil Aviation, Viliame Gavoka, told Parliament that Fiji is currently overhauling laws that are, in some cases, 50 years old – written long before the era of drones and satellite navigation. At the heart of the reform is the Civil Aviation Bill 2026, which replaces three aging Acts with a single, modern framework aligned with international standards. “Laws in some cases are 50 years old……