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Pacific Islands
Australia’s New Front in the Battle for the Pacific: Banking and Labour
With Beijing increasing its influence in the Pacific, Australia is focusing on the basic necessities: banking and labour mobility.
Pacific Nations Band Together to Call for Climate Change Action: CHOGM
A new report says Australia, Canada, and the UK are responsible for 60 percent of emissions across Commonwealth nations.
Toilets Should Not Be at the Bottom of Priorities: WaterAid
Sanitation is a cornerstone of ‘climate resilience,’ said the organisation.
Australian Coal Exports A Better Choice Over High-Emission Alternatives: Deputy PM
In an interview in New Zealand, Richard Marles responded to criticism and questions about Australia’s commitment to the environment and regional security.
Pacific Leaders Seal Australian-Backed Regional Policing Pact
Despite misgivings by some countries as to how it will be perceived by Beijing, the Pacific Islands Forum has signed on to Australia’s Pacific Policing plan.
Climate Trumps Security as Key Issue for Pacific Leaders: Lowy Institute
Despite increasing geopolitical uncertainty and thre pressing need for economic development, it is climate change that most concerns Pacific leaders.
Australia Pledges $6 Million Towards Improving Banking in the Pacific
The government will provide financial support to Australian banks to help stamp out financial crime and help them remain in the Pacific Islands.
North Korean Oil Smugglers Register Ships in Pacific Nations to Evade Sanctions: Report
There are at least 17 ships registered in the Pacific nations of Palau, Niue, the Cook Islands, and Tuvalu, according to the report.
