Government in talks to secure more tuna for PAFCO

The Government is negotiating with Pacific neighbours to secure more tuna for the Pacific Fishing Company (PAFCO) in Levuka, following the EU’s decision to relax rules of origin for fish exports. Opposition MP Faiyaz Koya pressed the issue in...

Tuvalu to negotiate new treaty with Taiwan, calls for global recognition: PM Teo

Tuvalu Prime Minister Feleti Teo has reaffirmed the country’s unwavering ties with Taiwan, saying both nations are committed to elevating their partnership while calling for Taiwan’s inclusion in the United Nations and other international bodies....

Amir sends congratulations to governor-general of Tuvalu

DOHA: His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani sent a cable of congratulations to Governor-General of Tuvalu HE Tofiga Vaevalu Falani, on the anniversary of his country's Independence Day.

Pacific Islands Youth Group Wins Prize For Climate Legal Action

Stockholm, Sweden--A youth-led student group and a human-rights lawyer that took the issue of climate to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) received the Right Livelihood prize on Wednesday, dubbed an "alternative Nobel". The prize also...

Tuvalu Governor General’s term extended by 12 months

Reverend Sir Tofiga Vaevalu Falani has been reappointed as Tuvalu’s Governor General for another 12 months after taking his oath of office Tuesday. The ceremony was administered by Acting Chief Justice Sir John Muria and attended by Prime Minister...

Tuvalu PM urges urgent global action on sea-level rise in meeting with UNGA President...

“In our interconnected world, the challenges faced by small island nations like Tuvalu require urgent attention and collaboration. Meeting with President Baerbock today is a vital opportunity to amplify Tuvalu’s voice in the global dialogue on...

UNGA 80: PM Drew strengthens global partnerships, pushes sustainability agenda  

On the sidelines of the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA80) currently taking place in New York City, United States, Prime Minister of St Kitts and Nevis, Dr Terrance Drew held several key discussions and bilateral meets with leaders...

Tuvaluans celebrate resilience and culture amid climate challenges

This week, many Tuvaluans living in Aotearoa New Zealand are coming together to celebrate their language and culture, including their independence anniversary on 1 October. The annual event kicked off on Sunday as part of the New Zealand Language...

PM Terrance Drew co chairs High-Level Breakfast of Climate Mobility Champions

Last Updated on September 26, 2025, 1:49 AM AST by Anthony Morris The Prime Minister of St Kitts and Nevis, Terrance Drew has co chaired the High-Level Breakfast of Climate Mobility Champions, hosted by the Global Centre for Climate Mobility...

Tuvalu PM hosts first PSIDS leaders’ meeting, pushes for Ocean protection at UN

Tuvalu Prime Minister Feleti Teo hosted the inaugural Pacific Small Island Developing States (PSIDS) Leaders’ Meeting in New York, marking a new platform for regional unity and dialogue. “As we convene for the first time under the PSIDS banner,...

Tuvalu pledges 100 percent clean power by 2030 in new Climate commitment

“Our survival, and the survival of the planet, is on the line,” declared Prime Minister Feleti Teo of Tuvalu as he unveiled the nation’s latest Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) 3.0 at the ‘Special High-Level Event on Climate Action’. This...

Mondiacult ends with promises and pledges to spread peace through culture

Mondiacult, the world's largest conference on cultural policy and sustainable development, held its 2025 edition in Barcelona this week with thousands of participants and more than 150 ministers of culture, gathered to set the global agenda for...

PM Manele congratulates Kurukuru 

New York – Prime Minister Hon. Jeremiah Manele congratulates the Solomon Islands Kurukuru following their commanding 7–0 victory over Tuvalu in their final match of the OFC Futsal Men’s Cup 2025 at Vodafone Arena in Suva, Fiji on Wednesday. From...

PM Manele Congratulates Solomon Islands Kurukuru

New York, USA, Wednesday 24 September 2025 – Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele congratulated the Solomon Islands Kurukuru following their commanding 7–0 victory over Tuvalu in their final match of the OFC Futsal Men’s Cup 2025 at Vodafone Arena in...

Tuvalu PM Teo urges urgent action on Loss and Damage Fund: “Finance must move...

“When storms come to my islands in Tuvalu, homes are torn apart, and families seek shelter in schools and churches,” stated Tuvalu Prime Minister Feleti Teo, during his national statement at the High-Level Side Event on Responding to Loss and...

Palau, Marshall Islands, Tuvalu step up push for Taiwan's reinstatement to UN

The Marshall Islands, Palau, and Tuvalu have accelerated their campaign for Taiwan’s readmission to the United Nations, challenging the world organization to reexamine the resolution that handed its seat over to China. At the 80th session of the...

PM Manele Highlights Solomon Islands’ Leadership in Ocean Governance at Bloomberg Global Forum

New York, USA, Wednesday 24 September 2025 – Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele today participated in a high-level roundtable discussion at the 2025 Bloomberg Philanthropies Global Forum in New York, emphasizing the country’s progress in advancing...

Tuvalu PM calls for stronger global action on gender equality and…

Tuvalu Prime Minister Feleti Teo has reaffirmed his country’s commitment to gender equality, warning world leaders that climate change is stripping Tuvaluan women of their rights “day by day.” Speaking at the High-Level Meeting marking the 30th...

The Pacific Humanitarian Warehousing Program (PHWP) Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, and Learning (MERL) Journey: What are we doing differently?

The Pacific Humanitarian Warehousing Program (PHWP), being implemented across 15 participating countries1, provided a rare opportunity to reimagine how MERL can meaningfully contribute to ensuring sovereign warehouse storage and response...

10 Least Known Countries: Nauru, Tuvalu, Comoros, and More

Most people can rattle off the names of big tourist hotspots. But ask them about the least known countries, and you’ll probably get a blank stare. (And rightfully so: That's a pretty weird question to ask.) These places exist well outside the...