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Ocean acidification a threat to Pacific Islands people
30 June 2022, Lisbon Portugal, UNOC2022 – The Pacific Islands consist of 98 percent ocean and two percent land. With Pacific people already impacted by climate change, the threats posed by ocean acidification are overwhelming, adding yet another...

Vanuatu promotes safeguarding the environment and sustainability through waste initiatives
4 April 2024, Port Vila - Vanuatu continues to show leadership in waste management through its national efforts to safeguard the environment and promote sustainability through local initiatives. In March 2024, the Vanuatu Ministry of Climate...

PRESS RELEASE – Pacific Heads of Health: Weave the health mat with threads of action.
The 15th Pacific Heads of Health Meeting (PHoH) convenes in Apia, Samoa today, and was officially opened by the Prime Minister of Samoa, Honourable Fiamē Naomi Mataʻafa and Dr Saia Ma’u Piukala, the World Health Organization’s (WHO) Regional...

Pacific Ocean Safeguarded from illegal fishing threats thanks to Operation Island Chief
Pacific Ocean Safeguarded from illegal fishing threats thanks to Operation Island Chief HONIARA, 18 August 2023 – Marking a significant achievement, Operation Island Chief, a comprehensive surveillance initiative led by the Pacific Islands Forum...

Pacific Met Week ends with Namaka Declaration strengthening commitment to Pacific Met Services
18 August 2023, Nadi Fiji - The Pacific Met Week, comprising of the Sixth Pacific Meteorological Council Meeting (PMC-6), the First Development Partners and Donors Engagement Meeting and the Third Pacific Ministerial Meeting on Meteorology...

French Polynesia - Telecoms, Mobile and Broadband - Statistics and Analyses
Sydney, June 07, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Just released, this edition of BuddeComm report outlines the latest developments and key trends in the telecoms markets. -...

Unlocking the Potential of Pacific Marine Tourism: Paving the Way Forward with Innovative Guidelines
The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) in collaboration with the Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) are advancing efforts on a transformative journey to shape the future of marine tourism in the Pacific. Commencing...

Tropical Dreams Multiplied: Island-Hopping Bookings Soar
Ocean Club St. Barths helps luxury travelers seamlessly experience the best of the Caribbean and beyond Gustavia, St. Barths (March 13, 2024) – Multi-destination travel is currently taking off after years of COVID restrictions kept voyagers...

Luxury Lifestyle Awards Presents the Top 100 Hotels and Resorts for 2023
This compilation is an exquisite collection of the finest in hospitality, a testament to luxury accommodation and unparalleled guest experiences. NEW YORK, USA, February 28, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The TOP 100 represents a curated selection...

Discover Paradise at the Newly Opened Niu Beach Hotel Moorea and Experience Exclusive Tranquility on Nukutepipi Island
Moorea, March 2, 2024 – Niu Beach Moorea, a new hotel, was inaugurated on Saturday in Tiahura, Moorea. This hotel structure, which is managed by South Pacific Management, contains 16 bungalows with modern facilities. The hotel targets an...

War’s silent killer is threatening a new disaster in Gaza — and beyond
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War’s silent killer is threatening a new disaster in Gaza — and beyond
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Pacific communities placed on El Niño Alert
22 June 2023, Apia Samoa - Pacific communities are advised to prepare for the potential impacts of an El Niño, with the latest El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) Outlook shifting from El Niño Watch to El Niño Alert. The Alert means there is...

Effects of year-long exposure to elevated pCO2 on the metabolism of back reef and fore reef communities
Effects of year-long exposure to elevated pCO2 on the metabolism of back reef and fore reef communities Published 16 February 2024 Science Leave a Comment Tags: abundance, biological response, BRcommunity, calcification, corals, dissolution,...

Pacific Tourism Organisation Announces New Digital Champions Program
The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO), is pleased to announce newly appointed Pacific Digital Champions, under the New Zealand government-funded Pacific Digital Tourism Transformation Project (Phase 2). In support of the SPTO Digital Strategy...

Bring back colors to the ocean and the movie Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom with Coral Gardeners and Warner Bros. Pictures
What if the vibrant movie “Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom” lost its colors? It’s the question that Coral Gardeners and Warner Bros. Pictures ask the fans. TAHITI, FRENCH POLYNESIA, December 13, 2023 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Warner Bros. Pictures is...

South Pacific Management appoints Silvia Martino Raurii as General Manager of Niu Beach Hotel Moorea
South Pacific Management is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Silvia Martino Raurii as General Manager of Niu Beach Hotel Moorea. Originally from Italy, Silvia Martino Raurii has been living in French Polynesia for 28 years. Silvia has...

Pacific Leader’s Sustainable Tourism Commitment Continues to Attract Support
The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) is pleased to announce Nauru as the 16th signatory of the Pacific Leader’s Sustainable Tourism Commitment (SOC). As a high-level regional advocacy tool supporting sustainable tourism development, the SOC...

Secure Your Spot at the South Pacific Tourism Exchange 2024!!
Tourism operators and stakeholders can now register for the 8th South Pacific Tourism Exchange (SPTE) to convene in Nadi, Fiji, from May 4th – 5th, 2024. Breaking the tradition of being hosted in Australia and New Zealand for the past seven years,...

Advancing LGBTQIA+ Rights in the Pacific: Pioneering Gathering at Punaauia Sets Sectoral Strategy
Human rights defenders, academics, thought leaders, and scholars passionate about advancing LGBTQIA+ rights convened at Punaauia, Outumaoro, hosted by the University of French Polynesia. The gathering aimed to foster discussion and adopt a...