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ADB, Cook Islands Sign $30 Million Loan for Sustainable, Resilient and Inclusive Development
MANILA, PHILIPPINES (18 December 2024) — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Government of the Cook Islands have signed a $30 million loan agreement to support the Cook Islands in building resilience and spur sustainable growth. The...
Owner: Asian Development Bank
ADB, Cook Islands Enhance the Resilience of Rarotonga Airport Operations
MANILA, PHILIPPINES (13 December 2024) — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has signed a $2 million grant agreement with the Government of the Cook Islands to boost support for an ongoing project, which is improving Cook Islands resilience to...
Owner: Asian Development Bank
Address by Prime Minister Hon. Fiame Naomi Mataafa at the Farewell reception for the outgoing UN Resident Coordinator
SAMOA, February 18 - Taumeasina Island Resort, Tuesday 18 February 18:30pm Talofa lava and good evening to you all. I am happy to join you this evening to bid farewell to Mr. Themba Kalua, who has served with dedication and commitment as the...
Owner: Samoan Government
200 SAMOAN WOMEN TO RECEIVE FREE DRIVING AND EV AWARENESS TRAINING
[PRESS RELEASE 15 October 2025 Apia, Samoa] – The Women’s Driving License Programme was officially launched on Friday, 10 October, offering free driving lessons to 200 women across Samoa, together with an Electric Vehicle (EV) awareness course....
Owner: Samoan Government
Deep-Sea Mining Market Sector to hit $40.79B by 2032, Growing at 34% CAGR from 2025 to 2032
Deep-Sea Mining Market: Navigating the Depths of Opportunity and Responsibility WASHINGTON, MA, UNITED STATES, October 6, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Deep-Sea Mining Market Overview The deep-sea mining industry is undergoing a transformative...
Visitor Spending Increased in August 2025 Despite Fewer Visitor Arrivals
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State of Hawaii Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism
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September 30, 2025
Posted on Sep 30, 2025 in News For Immediate Release: September 30, 2025 HONOLULU—According to preliminary statistics from the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT), there were 806,776 total visitors to the Hawaiian...
Owner: American Government
Call for Applications: UNITAR Women’s Leadership in Disaster Risk Reduction for World Tsunami Awareness Day 2025
The programme is open to motivated people living in or from Pacific Island countries and territories or the Asia-Pacific, who are: An adult of 18 years or older Eager to learn about the leadership skills required for disaster risk reduction...
Owner: United Nations
Southpac Appoints Mike Arand as Chief Executive Officer
Mike’s appointment and Southpac’s rebrand mark the next phase of growth, building on a 40+ year legacy of leadership in offshore asset protection. TAURANGA, NEW ZEALAND, September 25, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Southpac Group, a market leader in...
New Zealand’s pointless ‘war’ with the Cook Islands must end – Richard Prebble
I was in Rarotonga last week. We are not winning. Tourism is booming. Our plane was so full that Air New Zealand offered another night’s accommodation for a passenger to offload. We know how this war started. The Cook Islands Government signed a...
Owner: New Zealand Media & Entertainment (NZME)
Law Convention set to kickoff
[File Photo] Legal professionals from across the Pacific will gather in Nadi this week for the Fiji Law Society Convention 2025, hosted in partnership with the Pasefika Lawyers Collective (PLC). The three-day convention, which opens on Thursday,...
Owner: Fijian Government
Cook Islands storm to 42-24 win over Tonga in Pacific Bowl
The Cook Islands Moana defeated Tonga XIII 42-24 in a packed encounter on Saturday as they claimed the women’s Pacific Bowl title. Tonga exploded out of the blocks with a 10-0 lead, thanks to a try by Emmanita Paki followed by a slick chip kick to...
Owner: Kalafi Moala
Wigan Warriors youngster makes international debut for Jamaica as France qualify for World Cup
Wigan Warriors youngster Harlen Smith enjoyed a weekend he will never forget, having made his international rugby league debut for Jamaica. The 18-year-old pulled on the Jamaican jersey for the first time on Saturday, featuring from the bench in...
Owner: Malcolm Denmark
PM lauds Kumuls, urges upkeep of fighting spirit
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The National
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PRIME Minister James Marape has congratulated the Papua New Guinea Kumuls on their spirited 40-28 Pacific Bowl Championships win over the Cook Islands in Port Moresby on Saturday. Marape said the Kumuls showcased the true fighting spirit of Papua...
Owner: Tiong Hiew King
International Team of the Week: Three PNG stars and Wales cult hero feature on historic weekend
It has been an historic weekend for the international game, with some world-class performances from some nations in a series of blockbuster matches. Over 120,000 fans turned out in force to see the games across the globe with World Cup qualifiers,...
Owner: Simon P. W. Glazebrook, Timothy & Desere Orrill-Legg
International rugby league sets HUGE all-time attendance record on historic weekend
The biggest ever combined attendance to watch a single weekend of international rugby league has assembled over the last few days – by some distance, too. The international game appears to be in rude health once again after a fallow period,...
Owner: Simon P. W. Glazebrook, Timothy & Desere Orrill-Legg
PNG Prime Minister Praises Broncos for Inspiring Youth Through Sport
Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape has commended the Brisbane Broncos for their uplifting visit to the country, saying the team’s presence has reignited passion and hope among young people through sport. Mr. Marape expressed his...
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PNG Prime Minister Marape Applauds Brisbane Broncos’ Role in Empowering Youth
Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape has applauded the Brisbane Broncos for inspiring thousands of young people during their nationwide visit, calling their engagement a model of sports diplomacy and youth empowerment. Mr. Marape said the...
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PNG Kumuls Triumph Over Cook Islands in 40–28 Thriller
Papua New Guinea’s PNG Kumuls delighted thousands of home fans at the Santos National Football Stadium with a thrilling 40–28 victory over the Cook Islands Aitu in Round 2 of the Pacific Championships. The Kumuls’ attacking strength shone through...
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