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Battle continues in Solomon Islands against UXOs eight decades after WWII
Wednesday, 19 March 2025, 7:13 pm | RNZ
More than 80 years after the Battle of Guadalcanal, communities today are still grappling with the unexploded devices left behind. More >>
11th Berlin Energy Transition Conference “Berlin Energy Transition Dialogue" (BETD)
Wednesday, 19 March 2025, 3:44 pm | Berlin Energy Transition Dialogue
The German Government has hosted the Berlin Energy Transition Dialogue since 2015; the conference is organised in cooperation between the German Renewable Energy Federation (BEE), the German Solar Association (BSW-Solar), the German Energy Agency (dena) ... More >>
Rennell-Bellona Constituency Utilises CDF To Maintain Tigoa’s Dilapidated Road
Wednesday, 19 March 2025, 3:35 pm | Solomon Islands Government
The road works commenced last month. A private construction firm is carrying out the road maintenance work with experienced heavy machinery operators and local workers engaged and supported by the constituency office. More >>
North Guadalcanal Constituency To Launch 12 Green Economic Zones Worth $2 Million By May
Wednesday, 19 March 2025, 3:29 pm | Solomon Islands Government
The Ministry of Rural Development (MRD) through its Constituency Development Funds (CDF) programme and the Ministry of Infrastructure Development (MID) is supporting the initiative. More >>
Comment By UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk On The Israeli Airstrikes On Gaza
Wednesday, 19 March 2025, 3:20 pm | OHCHR
"This nightmare must end immediately. The hostages must be released immediately and unconditionally. All those arbitrarily detained must be released immediately and unconditionally. The war must end permanently." More >>
Israel Ramps Up Settlement And Annexation In West Bank With Dire Human Rights - UN Report
Wednesday, 19 March 2025, 3:16 pm | OHCHR
“Israel’s settlement policy, its acts of annexation, and related discriminatory legislation and measures are in breach of international law, as the International Court of Justice has confirmed, and violate Palestinians’ right to self-determination,” ... More >>
NZ Food Price Inflation Improving, But Prices Skyrocket For Poor Nations
Wednesday, 19 March 2025, 3:07 pm | World Vision
The 2025 report finds that food prices dropped 18% in New Zealand in 2024, compared with a 56% increase for the same basic food items in 2023. The average New Zealander would have to work for 2.4 hours to pay for the ten common food items. This compares ... More >>
‘Tragedy Foretold & Stain On Our Collective Humanity’: Special Rapporteur Warns Of Mass Ethnic Cleansing In West Bank
Wednesday, 19 March 2025, 3:07 pm | OHCHR
While ethnic cleansing is not a standalone crime, it involves actions that constitute war crimes, crimes against humanity, and even genocide, said Francesca Albanese, the Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the Palestinian territory ... More >>
U.S.: Ensure Ukrainian Territorial Integrity, Accountability For War Crimes
Wednesday, 19 March 2025, 3:02 pm | Fortify Rights
U.S. President Trump to speak with Putin on Russia’s war of aggression in Ukraine More >>
Children Among Highest Casualties Of Israeli Airstrikes In Return To Widespread Death And Destruction
Wednesday, 19 March 2025, 2:52 pm | Save The Children
Israeli airstrikes in Gaza City, Khan Younis, Deir Al-Balah and Rafah governorates this morning wiped out entire families, according to Gaza’s Government Media Office. More >>
Gaza Airstrikes: Largest Single-day Child Death Toll In Last Year
Wednesday, 19 March 2025, 2:36 pm | UNICEF Aotearoa NZ
"Today, Gaza’s one million children - who have endured more than 15 months of war - have been plunged back into a world of fear and death. The attacks and the violence must stop - now." More >>
‘Intolerable’ Suffering In Gaza Amid Deadly Airstrikes, Continued Aid Blockade
Wednesday, 19 March 2025, 2:18 pm | UN News
The UN Secretary-General on Tuesday spoke of new “intolerable” suffering for Gazans following the resumption of deadly Israeli airstrikes, underscoring three immediate needs: a renewed ceasefire, unimpeded humanitarian access and the unconditional ... More >>
Samoa Joins Other Pacific Nations In Support Of West Papua
Wednesday, 19 March 2025, 1:59 pm | West Papua Action Aotearoa
“We respect the smaller nations who are far more economically and politically vulnerable than our country for their courageous solidarity. Human rights are for everyone, “Ms Delahunty said. More >>
Sarah De Jonge Wins 2025 Tasmanian AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award
Wednesday, 19 March 2025, 1:20 pm | AgriFutures
The AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award, supported by platinum sponsor Westpac, is Australia’s leading award recognising the innovation, leadership and impact of women in rural and regional industries and communities. More >>
Beware Of Scammers Selling Traditional Attire For Eid
Wednesday, 19 March 2025, 1:18 pm | Consumer Council of Fiji
Consumer Council CEO Seema Shandil emphasises the importance of caution when shopping online, especially during busy periods like Eid: “With the excitement of Eid preparations, consumers need to be careful, as there are always those looking to exploit the festive ... More >>
We Are Horrified By The Attacks Launched By Israel On The People Of Gaza, Shattering The Nearly Two-month-old Ceasefire
Wednesday, 19 March 2025, 12:59 pm | Doctors Without Borders
"Out of the hundreds killed, according to the Ministry of Health, MSF received 75 dead on arrival and scores of wounded in just three of the facilities we support." More >>
Cyprus Talks Show ‘New Atmosphere’ Between Divided Island’s Leaders: Guterres
Wednesday, 19 March 2025, 8:52 am | UN News
UN-led efforts to kick-start talks on the divided Mediterranean island of Cyprus have resulted in agreements on new trust-building measures. More >>
Human Rights Council Focuses On Iran, Syria, Venezuela
Wednesday, 19 March 2025, 8:35 am | UN News
Top independent experts reported to the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva on Tuesday, putting the records of Iran, Syria and Venezuela under the spotlight during the 47-member body’s latest session. More >>
New Report Exposes Climate Finance Failures, Calls For Urgent Investment Migration Solutions
Wednesday, 19 March 2025, 8:28 am | Henley and Partners
By 2030, CVF, an international organization of 70 climate-vulnerable countries, will require an estimated USD 500 billion annually to fund climate action, development and nature preservation, highlighting the urgent need for more accessible and equitable ... More >>
CAPHRA Backs Evidence That Vaping Could Save Thousands Of Thai Lives
Wednesday, 19 March 2025, 8:07 am | CAPHRA
Every day that Thailand maintains its ban on vaping products is another day where 47 people will die unnecessarily from smoking-related diseases. This ban doesn't prevent access—it simply forces consumers into unregulated black markets without ... More >>
Statement Of The G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting In Charlevoix
Tuesday, 18 March 2025, 9:06 pm | U.S. Department of State
The statement was released by the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union. More >>
Visa Restriction Policy To Address The Forced Return Of Uyghurs And Members Of Other Ethnic Or Religious Groups
Tuesday, 18 March 2025, 9:03 pm | U.S. Department of State
Visa restrictions on current and former officials from the Government of Thailand responsible for, or complicit in, the forced return of 40 Uyghurs from Thailand on February 27. More >>
Border Agreement Between The Kyrgyz Republic And Tajikistan
Tuesday, 18 March 2025, 8:59 pm | U.S. Department of State
The United States hopes this landmark agreement opens the door to robust trade and people-to-people ties and to increased prosperity and peace for both countries and for the greater region. More >>
Mali: UN Experts Outraged By Alleged Arbitrary Executions Of At Least Ten People
Tuesday, 18 March 2025, 7:02 pm | UN Special Procedures - Human Rights
Six men, three women & a two-year-old boy were killed in the Dioura sector (Mopti region) between 2 and 4 January 2025, during counter-terrorist military operations carried out by the Malian armed forces (FAMa), accompanied by Russian military and ... More >>
Fiji: New Water Systems Bring Relief To Four Rabi Island Communities
Tuesday, 18 March 2025, 6:55 pm | Habitat for Humanity Fiji
By improving access to safe and reliable water, this initiative has significantly enhanced the quality of life for approximately 800 people across -four communities on Rabi Island. More >>
Hold Rohingya Militants Accountable For War Crimes, Cooperate With International Mechanisms
Tuesday, 18 March 2025, 6:51 pm | Fortify Rights
New Report Exposes Killings, Abductions, Torture, and Other Serious Violations by Rohingya Militant Groups in Bangladesh More >>
Statement From Dayenu: New Zealand Jews Against Occupation In Response To The End Of The Gaza Ceasefire
Tuesday, 18 March 2025, 6:48 pm | Dayenu
"Again, we are seeing shocking images of innocent children lying dead in destroyed hospitals. Scores of innocents slaughtered in what is probably the largest bombing campaign in this conflict," says Avigal Allan, Dayenu co-founder. More >>
Office Of The Pacific Ocean Commissioner & Conservation International Strengthen Partnership To Safeguard Pacific Ocean
Tuesday, 18 March 2025, 6:26 pm | Conservation International
MOU strengthens Pacific leadership in ocean stewardship—focused on driving 30x30, advancing BBNJ implementation and securing ocean finance. More >>
Pacific News In Brief For 18 March
Tuesday, 18 March 2025, 6:07 pm | RNZ
A round-up of news from around the region, including Fijian authorities still looking into what caused the illness of a group of tourists in December. More >>
Bougainville Needs 'Serious Conversation' About Its Economic Readiness - James Marape
Tuesday, 18 March 2025, 6:06 pm | RNZ
The PNG leader has urged Bougainville's leadership to consider the importance of economic independence alongside political aspirations. More >>
Fiji Marks World Consumer Rights Day With A Call For A Just Transition To Sustainable Lifestyles
Tuesday, 18 March 2025, 6:04 pm | Consumer Council of Fiji
“This year, we are bringing together stakeholders from all sectors—government agencies, businesses, civil society organisations, and educational institutions—because we know that real change requires collective action.” said Ms Shandil. More >>
Catholic Priest Calls PNG's Christian State Declaration 'Cosmetic' Change
Tuesday, 18 March 2025, 5:51 pm | RNZ
The PNG parliament passed a constitutional amendment last week to formally recognise the nation as a Christian country. More >>
Premiere Of 'With NAGAs' Documentary, The India-Naga-Myanmar Conflict And A War Fought In The Shadows
Tuesday, 18 March 2025, 5:39 pm | Naga International Support Center - NISC
This 42-minute documentary unearths a people's fight for identity, dignity, and the right to exist on their own terms, their right to self-determination. It is a story of betrayal and resilience, of voices long silenced demanding to be heard. More >>
ICHRP: Arrest And Trial Of Duterte Must Lead To Full Accountability — Marcos Regime Not Off The Hook
Tuesday, 18 March 2025, 5:38 pm | ICHRP
The press conference concluded with a call to the global community for continued solidarity and pressure on the Marcos regime to end the cycle of violence and impunity that has plagued the Philippines for years. More >>
Consumer Council Cautions Shoppers Ahead Of Eid
Tuesday, 18 March 2025, 5:28 pm | Consumer Council of Fiji
The Consumer Council of Fiji is urging consumers to watch out for common issues that have surfaced in previous years, including price gouging, misleading advertisements, and the sale of expired or spoiled food items. More >>
HAITI: MSF Vehicles Shot During Hospital Evacuation Amid Escalating Violence In Port-au-Prince
Tuesday, 18 March 2025, 4:12 pm | Doctors Without Borders
“This attack serves as stark reminder that no one is safe amidst the ongoing violence between armed groups and law enforcement. Despite our precautions, we have been targeted and this is unacceptable," says Benoit Vasseur, Head of Mission for MSF in Haiti. More >>
Palestine Forum Of New Zealand Condemns Israel’s Resumption Of Military Operations In Gaza
Tuesday, 18 March 2025, 3:35 pm | Palestine Forum of New Zealand
We call on the New Zealand government and the international community to take immediate action to hold Israel accountable for its ongoing violations of international law and to demand an end to the assault on Gaza. More >>
Comment By UN Human Rights Office Spokesperson Liz Throssell On Discovery Of Human Remains On Ranch In Mexico
Tuesday, 18 March 2025, 12:01 pm | UN High Commissioner for Human Rights
The clandestine camp, on a ranch in the state of Jalisco, was reportedly used by the “Jalisco New Generation Cartel” in the state to train young people who were forcibly recruited into this organisation with false job offers. More >>
In Bangladesh, UN Chief Vows To Prevent Rohingya Suffering As Aid Cuts Loom
Tuesday, 18 March 2025, 11:09 am | UN News
UN Secretary-General António Guterres, during his visit to the Rohingya refugee camps in southern Bangladesh, vowed to do everything in his power to prevent further hardship as drastic aid cuts threaten food supplies and other critical relief efforts. More >>
Iran Protests: Human Rights Council Probe Condemns Online, App-Based Repression
Tuesday, 18 March 2025, 11:03 am | UN News
The Iranian Government has continued to ramp up efforts to restrict the rights of civilians including young children as part of a concerted effort to crush dissent, investigators mandated by the UN Human Rights Council said on Friday. More >>
Reject Bigotry And Discrimination, UN Chief Says, Urging Everyone To Combat Islamophobia
Tuesday, 18 March 2025, 10:50 am | UN News
The UN Secretary-General has urged everyone to speak out against xenophobia and discrimination to combat a “disturbing rise” in anti-Muslim bigotry. More >>
World News In Brief: Fresh Fighting In Eastern DR Congo, Global Trade Update, Elections In CAR, Pakistan Train Hijack
Tuesday, 18 March 2025, 10:47 am | UN News
Fresh fighting in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has displaced tens of thousands of families, with children particularly at risk, the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) warned on Friday. More >>
Funding Shortages Risk Undermining A ‘Watershed Moment’ For Syria
Tuesday, 18 March 2025, 10:37 am | UN News
Fourteen years of war have left Syria’s people in desperate need – but international support is dwindling, UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned on Monday, calling for urgent investment in the country’s recovery. More >>
World News In Brief: US Strikes On Yemen, Gaza Aid Update, Debt Burden Weighs On Developing World
Tuesday, 18 March 2025, 10:33 am | UN News
The UN on Monday expressed concern over the continued threat posed to shipping in the Red Sea by Houthi attacks from their bases in Yemen as well as recent airstrikes by the United States which have left over 50 reportedly dead. More >>
International Tax Rules Are Losing Their Grip - Academic
Tuesday, 18 March 2025, 9:58 am | University of Auckland
For decades, tax treaties have been the backbone of cross-border taxation, designed primarily to prevent double taxation - where the same income is taxed in two different countries. Over time, tax treaties have also been used to prevent tax avoidance and ... More >>
Syria: Relative Of Assad Regime’s Disappeared Speaks Of Anguish In Search For Truth And Justice
Tuesday, 18 March 2025, 9:15 am | UN News
A relative of two Syrians tortured and murdered by the Assad regime has spoken of the anguish caused by their enforced disappearance during the country’s civil war. More >>
Afghanistan: Security Council Renews UN Mission As WHO Warns Of Health Catastrophe
Tuesday, 18 March 2025, 8:45 am | UN News
The Security Council on Monday extended the mandate of the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) for another year, as UN agencies reported sharp declines in resources for lifesaving aid. More >>
Ratings Agency Says Banks Can Afford Social Responsibilities
Monday, 17 March 2025, 10:13 pm | Cash Welcome
"We believe major bank ratings have ample headroom in their credit ratings to absorb the costs of unprofitable branches," S&P observed. More >>
China Hands Over State Of The Art Sports Complex To Tonga
Monday, 17 March 2025, 7:42 pm | RNZ
The complex, which cost more than US$25 million, includes the Tonga High School Indoor Stadium, an international-standard rugby field, netball and tennis courts, and an aquatics center. More >>
Accelerating The Clean Energy Transition Across Asia-Pacific
Monday, 17 March 2025, 6:26 pm | APEC News
APEC economies are laying the groundwork for a future in which energy is cleaner, more secure, and more accessible. More >>
New Zealand’s Record Of Colonial Oppression Of The Cook Islands
Monday, 17 March 2025, 6:03 pm | Socialist Equality Group
The existential problems facing the Cook Islands are of a global character and cannot be solved within the Cook Islands. Workers across the Pacific must unite with those in Australia, NZ & internationally, in a revolutionary movement to abolish capitalism ... More >>
UN Chief Affirms Solidarity With Bangladesh Amid Political Transition
Monday, 17 March 2025, 4:12 pm | UN News
On a visit to Bangladesh, UN Secretary-General António Guterres underscored the pivotal moment the country is facing as it navigates a period of significant transition and reform. More >>
Pacific’s First Access To Business Funding Act To Expand Financing Options For Businesses In Fiji
Monday, 17 March 2025, 2:39 pm | Pacific PSDI
The Access to Business Funding Act being passed in Parliament is a welcome step towards providing alternative financing options. More >>
Greenpeace: The Deep Sea Mining Industry Is Crumbling And Desperate
Monday, 17 March 2025, 11:01 am | Greenpeace
The deep sea mining industry is facing significant challenges due to the lack of financing support, the unavailability of ships and delays with building its equipment; mining test results failing to support industry claims of little harm. More >>
Comments On Joint Statement By Greenland's Party Leaders In Response To Trump's Rhetoric On The Annexation Of Greenland
Sunday, 16 March 2025, 10:07 pm | Polar Research and Policy Initiative
At a time when the US really needs Greenland for all of the many security and resource reasons that Trump correctly identifies, Trump is doing more to hurt and undermine the US-Greenland relationship than any of his predecessors. More >>
Big Hopes Pinned On PNG-Bougainville Moderation Talks Next Week
Sunday, 16 March 2025, 7:53 pm | RNZ
Bougainville's Minister responsible for implementing independence, Ezekiel Masat, says that while some may be surprised by the date for independece, he is not. More >>
How A NZ Charity Is Helping To 'Normalise' The 'Disease Of The Poor' In Papua New Guinea
Sunday, 16 March 2025, 7:51 pm | RNZ
Leprosy Mission New Zealand is breaking the stigma surrounding the disease by working in partnership with communities and "raise awareness to normalise leprosy". More >>
Tough Lessons For Fiji Under-20s In Big Loss To Hurricanes
Sunday, 16 March 2025, 7:46 pm | RNZ
Fiji's head coach Senirusi Seruvakula predicted the tournament would be a tough one for his young players. More >>
Tokelau Sets Sights On A Potential Third Referendum
Saturday, 15 March 2025, 7:58 pm | RNZ
Tokelau is a non-self-governing territory of New Zealand and will celebrate the 100th anniversary of its relationship with New Zealand next year. More >>
Marshall Islands: Rongelap Evacuation Changed Course Of History
Saturday, 15 March 2025, 7:37 pm | RNZ
Feature - Greenpeace's Rainbow Warrior, which helped evacuate people of Rongelap Atoll in 1985, shines a spotlight on the legacy of US nuclear testing in the Marshall Islands, writes Giff Johnson. More >>
