Author: TMC Palau
Issued by: on U.S. Army Soldier, Staff Sgt. Thomas Belanger from the 1ST Theater Information Advantage Detachment and U.S. Marine, Lance Cpl Ramon Jose Ceja from the Combat Logistics Battalion 1 install an omni-directional antenna for a IC-M330 ICOM radio at the Ngiratkel Etipson State Building, Ngatpang, Palau, May. 8, 2026. Reinforcing its enduring commitment to the U.S.-Palau partnership and a resilient Indo-Pacific, the United States has spearheaded a vital initiative to upgrade the Republic of Palau’s National Disaster Communication Systems. This significant American investment ensures Palauan first responders can communicate…
Moana players Miracle Fai’ilagi and Semisi Tupou Ta’eiloa have both been earmarked to be picked up by other Super franchises. Photo: Photosport Moana Pasifika players have been thrown a financial lifeline after New Zealand Rugby stepped in to cover the struggling franchise’s immediate costs following its move into liquidation. The national body confirmed to RNZ it will cover player salaries until the end of July. The Super Rugby team was placed into liquidation on Monday, with this weekend’s season-ending game against the Brumbies in Canberra set to be their last. The support provides some short-term certainty for players and staff…
The late Ratu Sir Josefa Lalabalavu Vanayaliyali Sukuna is being remembered as a visionary leader who helped unite Fiji’s multi-ethnic society through cooperation and consultation. Former permanent secretary in the Prime Minister’s Office Jioji Kotobalavu says Sukuna played a key role in encouraging iTaukei landowners to lease land for the economic benefit of all communities. He says Sukuna ensured chiefs and provinces understood and supported his reforms through nationwide consultations. “That’s why he recognized as a man of great vision and statement, a vision, a man of great vision. And then, following, having obtained the consent and support of the…
Issued by: on Palau’s National Emergency Management Office (NEMO) representative, Wayne Wong conducts successful communications with a NEMO boat 15 miles off the eastern shore of Palau after the installation of an IC-M330 ICOM radio by a joint team of U.S. military members at the Ngarchelong State Office, Ngarchelong, Palau, May. 7, 2026. Reinforcing its enduring commitment to the U.S.-Palau partnership and a resilient Indo-Pacific, the United States has spearheaded a vital initiative to upgrade the Republic of Palau’s National Disaster Communication Systems. This significant American investment ensures Palauan first responders…
The government has approved a new policy to strengthen financial resilience against climate-related disasters. Finance Minister Esrom Immanuel says the 2026–2031 National Disaster Risk Financing Policy addresses Fiji’s rising exposure to cyclones, floods and other climate-related risks. He says the Pacific remains highly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change and repeated extreme weather events. Immanuel says disaster risk reduction and financing is a key government priority.Article continues after advertisement “The policy outlines the strategic priorities of government regarding fiscal risks from disasters.” He says the policy will guide national preparedness and improve financial planning for both climate and geophysical…
Issued by: on U.S. Marines from the 7th Engineer Battalion, Combat Logistics Battalion 1, and a U.S. Army Soldier from the 1ST Theater Information Advantage Detachment install an IC-M330 ICOM radio system at the Aimeliik Community Center in support of Palau’s National Emergency Management Office on behalf of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command’s Center for Excellence in Disaster Management and Humanitarian Assistance, Aimeliik, Palau, May. 6, 2026. Reinforcing its enduring commitment to the U.S.-Palau partnership and a resilient Indo-Pacific, the United States has spearheaded a vital initiative to upgrade the Republic of…
Calls are growing for stronger systems to address rising child abuse cases. Assistant Minister for Youth and Sports Aliki Bia says political differences must be set aside to strengthen policies that protect children from violence, exploitation and abuse. The issue was raised in Parliament during debate on the Ministry of Women, Children and Social Protection Annual Reports 2021–2023. Bia says the country must not focus only on the drug crisis while ignoring ongoing abuse against children.Article continues after advertisement “We talk and debate about the issue of drugs and other matters in this August House; however, we need to place…
Issued by: on U.S. Marine, Lance Cpl Ramon Jose Ceja from the Combat Logistics Battalion 1 and U.S. Army Soldier, Sgt. Ben Gu from the 425th Civil Affairs Battalion (Airborne) on the Oceania Engagement Team install an omni-directional antenna for a IC-M330 ICOM radio as Palau’s National Emergency Management office representative, Wayne Wong overlooks the install at the Ngeremlengui State Building, Ngeremlengui, Palau May. 8, 2026. Reinforcing its enduring commitment to the U.S.-Palau partnership and a resilient Indo-Pacific, the United States has spearheaded a vital initiative to upgrade the Republic of…
Fiji Bati (file image) Photo: Facebook / NRL Rajesh Singh said the FNRL’s financial accounts for the last three years is being audited, following revelation the organisation was on the verge of bankruptcy. Singh, voted in two months ago to head Fiji’s national rugby league body, confirmed to RNZ Pacific on Wednesday the organisation is currently under a Fiji Independent Commission Against Corruption (FICAC) probe. He said an independent report by Pherrus Financial Services was tabled at the FNRL Annual General Meeting in Suva last Saturday. The report provided a summary of FNRL’s current financial and governance situation, which Singh…
A single mistake made years ago could soon stop defining the future of many Fijians. Parliament has unanimously passed the Criminal Records Bill 2025, legislation aimed at giving rehabilitated offenders a second chance at life, employment and overseas opportunities. Acting Attorney-General Siromi Turaga told Parliament the bill was inspired by the struggles of ordinary people who continued to suffer long after serving their sentences. Turaga says many people convicted during the COVID period later discovered they were unable to travel overseas for work opportunities in countries such as Australia and New Zealand because of their criminal records.Article continues after advertisement…