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Weekly global protein digest: More countries lift HPAI-related trade restrictions on Brazilian poultry
The Poultry Site
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Livestock analyst Jim Wyckoff reports on global protein news Cattle industry trade conjecture: Mexico border may open up for cattle crossings sometime between now and July 11 Not all ports but maybe a couple. (t would make sense to stairstep on...
Q&A: Making a case for Vanuatu’s survival in the highest court
The Third Pole
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June 27, 2025
Arnold Kiel Loughman grew up on Tanna, the southern island of Vanuatu in the Pacific Ocean. Now, Loughman is the attorney general of his country, where he witnesses the devastation of frequent extreme weather events: land lost to the sea, dying...
Building Pacific capacities to support trade and market access
Pacific Community (SPC)
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To strengthen the skills of Pacific biosecurity, border control, exporter representatives and relevant stakeholders in using Sanitary and Phytosanitary Standards (SPS) databases and platforms, a regional capacity-building workshop is underway in...
'Slow but sure' economic rise in most of Pacific - World Bank
RNZ
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June 23, 2025
Photo: AFP The Pacific regional economy is growing, slowly but surely, reports the World Bank. In their latest Pacific update, released 17 June, they argue for more employment of women to help the economy amidst global economic uncertainty,...
Vanuatu Trade Commissioner strengthens development partnership with Mafi Traditional Area
Ghana News Agency
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June 17, 2025
By Kekeli K. Blamey Adidome (V/R), June 17, GNA -Professor Hugh K. Aryee, the Vanuatu Trade Commissioner to Ghana, has reaffirmed his commitment to fostering sustainable development in the Mafi Traditional Area, with a strong emphasis on youth...
The United Arab Emirates taps Toncoin for golden visa program
Cryptopolitan
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July 6, 2025
Toncoin just announced a partnership with the United Arab Emirates that allows it to offer a 10-year Golden Visa to investors who can stake a specific amount of TON tokens for at least three years. The blockchain-based residency program, which...
Vanuatu leads charge for world’s largest Indigenous-led marine reserve at UN summit
Pacific Media Network
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Vanuatu’s Climate Change Minister, Ralph Regenvanu, is urging Pacific nations to support a vast cross-border marine sanctuary that could cover over six million square kilometres. He hopes the Melanesian Ocean Reserve will be a model for other...
ABIF board appointments
The Fiji Times
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July 7, 2025
WESTPAC Fiji chief executive officer Shane Smith has been appointed chairman of the Association of Banks in Fiji (ABIF). Mr Smith started his 40-year long career with the bank since joining as an 18-year-old customer service officer at the Suva...
Balancing Adaptation and Mitigation: The Agricultural Sector under the UN Climate Change Regime
EJIL: Talk!
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July 7, 2025
The climate change regime has been one focal point of international law over the past year, as the International Court of Justice (ICJ) has undertaken the task of addressing the questions presented as part of the advisory proceedings on climate...
Nature finance: what’s being done and is it working? Make Change Happen podcast episode 34
International Institute for Environment & Development (IIED)
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[Music] Simon Cullen [00:06] Hello and welcome to the Make Change Happen podcast from the International Institute for Environment and Development. I'm Simon Cullen. Reading the news, you'll see lots of stories about climate finance and the need...
Vanuatu Media Women Inspired By Fiji
Fiji Sun
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June 16, 2025
“Don’t be afraid to get out there, be respectful and aware of how people are being sensitive. And welcome critics, because that’s the only way you can learn and grow.” Media representative from Vanuatu Stephanie Tebi (left), and Sussie Kilman...
Nasau credits hard work and teamwork in Kula’s 3-2 win over the Solomon Islands
Fijivillage
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Fiji Kulas star Cema Nasau has credited their 3-2 win over the Solomon Islands to the hard work and determination of her teammates in their first pool match of the OFC Women’s Nations Cup that was held in Suva over the weekend. Nasau was named...
Fiji assumes MSG chairmanship from Vanuatu
NBC PNG
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Prime Minister James Marape (second-left) and the MSG Leaders of the member countries Fiji PM Sitiveni Rabuka, Vanuatu PM Jotham Napat, Solomon Islands PM Jeremiah Manele and FLNKS Spokesman Wamytan Roch of New Caledonia inside the BLV Talanoa for...
Nasau impresses for Kulas in opener
The Fiji Times
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July 7, 2025
Fiji Kulas veteran midfielder Cema Nasau was named player of the match in the opening game of the 2025 OFC Women’s Nations Cup between Fiji and the Solomon Islands on Saturday night at the HFC Bank Stadium in Suva. Nasau netted two impressive...
Vanuatu Anticipates New Era With Climate Change Reparations
Inter Press Service
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June 11, 2025
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Temotu signs trade agreement with Vanuatu’s Torba province
The Islandsun
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June 19, 2025
BY SAMIE WAIKORI Temotu provincial government has signed a historic border trade agreement with Vanuatu’s Torba province. The agreement, according to Temotu’s Premier, Stanley Tehiahua, will contribute immensely to trade internally, regionally and...
Vanuatu calls on world leaders to drop lip service and fulfill climate pledges
The Pacific Island Times
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June 9, 2025
By Pacific Island Times News Staff Plans, promises and declarations without corresponding actions are pointless, according to Vanuatu’s climate official, who called on world leaders to make their climate pledges “a binding legal duty.” “Protecting...
Why private islands are the hottest trend in cruising right now
USA Today - Virginia
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Cruise lines are heavily investing in private islands to enhance their offerings and control the guest experience. These destinations offer exclusive amenities and activities, often for an additional charge, supplementing onboard experiences. The...
17th Climate Change & Business Conference: Where Ambition Meets Action
Scoop
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Aotearoa New Zealand’s premier Climate Change and Business Conference returns in 2025, bringing together global and local leaders to accelerate climate action and business innovation. The conference is taking place on 8-9 September at the Viaduct...
Bryan, Plaskett Defend Federal Tax Exemption for EDC Companies
St. Thomas Source
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June 18, 2025
A provision included in the Trump administration’s “Big Beautiful Bill” would exempt some Virgin Islands companies owned by U.S. businesses from paying a tax typically applied to American companies operating in foreign countries. (Source file...