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Global warming acceleration and rising climate risks

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Latest: UNEP report warns global warming will breach 1.5°C threshold

Research published in Geophysical Research Letters confirms that global warming has accelerated significantly. Between 2015 and 2025, the Earth’s average temperature increased by 0.35 °C, a notable rise from the 0.2 °C p

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Geopolitical tensions at the Pacific Islands Forum

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Latest: Pacific Islands Forum faces tension over Taiwan's presence

The 55th Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) in Koror, Palau, continues to address regional security, human rights, and economic stability through the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent. Security concerns have intensif

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Solomon Islands government transparency controversies

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Latest: Solomon Islands delays Mineral Resources Bill for consultation

The Solomon Islands government continues to face scrutiny regarding allegations of corruption and lack of transparency involving high-ranking officials. Transparency Solomon Islands (TSI) has accused the administration o

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China-Pacific missile test dispute escalates

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Latest: Pacific Islands Forum expresses concern over China missile test

Following China’s July 2026 nuclear-capable ballistic missile tests in the South Pacific, diplomatic tensions have intensified. While the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) ministers met in Suva on 7 August to debate a joint co

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Global coral reef decline and shrinking recovery windows

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Latest: Global coral reefs face risk of irreversible decline due to frequent bleaching

In early July 2026, a report highlighted the worsening condition of the Veracruz coral reef, attributing its degradation to both climate‑related stress and the expansion of a nearby port. Within a month, scientists warne

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Blockchain utility in institutional and B2B payments

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Latest: Blockchain platforms modernize international B2B payments

Blockchain networks are transitioning from speculative assets toward infrastructure designed for institutional and government utility. Early developments highlight the use of specific projects for sovereign digital-money

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India diplomatic mission to Southeast Asia and Palau

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Latest: India strengthens diplomatic ties with Vietnam and Laos

Indian Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita embarked on a diplomatic tour of Vietnam, Laos, and Palau to reinforce India’s ‘Act East’ policy and Indo-Pacific engagement. During the visit to Vietnam,

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Pacific Islands maritime surveillance operations

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Latest: Kiribati detains Chinese vessel for illegal shark finning

Between August 3 and August 14, 2026, a regional maritime surveillance initiative known as Operation Island Chief 2026 (OPIC26) was conducted across approximately 27.5 million square kilometers of Pacific waters. Coordin

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