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Tuvalu becomes the 17th signatory of the Pacific Leader’s Sustainable Tourism Commitment
The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) has welcomed Tuvalu as the latest signatory of the Pacific Leader’s Sustainable Tourism Commitment (SOC). The SOC embodies the support of SPTO’s Council of Tourism Ministers in implementing the Pacific...

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...

Wallis & Futuna Pledges to Support Sustainable Tourism in the Pacific Region
Wallis & Futuna affirmed its commitment to regional sustainable tourism through the endorsement of the Pacific Leader’s Sustainable Tourism Commitment (SOC) in Nadi late last week. As the 15th signatory, Wallis and Futuna has joined the Federated...

How Belize is pioneering climate resilience in world's second largest reef
Today, Belize’s Ministry of Blue Economy and Civil Aviation launched the Belize Strategy for Reef Resilience, paving the way for concerted action across government, businesses and civil society to help safeguard the future of the UNESCO World...

Ningaloo Coast releases world's first community-led resilience strategy to adapt World Heritage reef to climate change
Earlier this month, Ningaloo Coast World Heritage site in Australia released a pioneering resilient reefs strategy that is aimed at securing the long-term conservation of the coral reef and its communities in a rapidly changing climate. The...

CNO Future Fund Relaunches as Vanuatu’s Gold Standard CIIP Option
Photo Courtesy of: VIMB PORT VILA, Vanuatu, May 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The CNO Future Fund has officially relaunched under Vanuatu’s revised Citizenship by Investment regulatory framework, reinforcing its role as the leading option under the...

NTO Update – Kiribati commits to sustainable tourism development
In October 2022, Kiribati affirmed its commitment to being part of the regional sustainable tourism cohesion as it signed the Pacific Leader’s Sustainable Tourism Commitment. Kiribati joined 14 Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) members in...

Fiji affirms Commitment to Improving Regional Sustainable Tourism
Fiji affirmed its commitment to being part of the regional sustainable tourism cohesion as it signed the Pacific Leader’s Sustainable Tourism Commitment in Suva this week. Fiji becomes the 14th Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) member to...

Firefighting Aircraft Market Projected Expansion to $16.2+ Billion Market Value by 2032, with a 6.3% CAGR 2023-2032
The global firefighting aircraft industry is anticipated to generate $16.2 billion by 2032, witnessing a CAGR of 6.3% from 2023 to 2032. WILMINGTON, DELAWARE, NEW CALEDONIA, January 31, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Allied Market Research published...

RST Solutions superior dust control technology reduces impact of major roadworks on residents and environment
Major road upgrade works in Australia use RST Solutions' dust and erosion control technologies to meet environmental regulations and save operational costs GOLD COAST, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA, May 23, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- A civil...

South Pacific Islands Telecoms, Mobile, Broadband Report 2019: Focus on Papua New Guinea, Fiji, The Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, French Polynesia, New Caledonia and Samoa
Dublin, June 24, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "South Pacific Islands - Telecoms, Mobile, Broadband - Statistics and Analyses" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. This annual publication provides valuable information,...

SPREP’s Fourth Executive Board Meeting ends on a high
Island and Ocean Ecosystems Climate Change Resilience Environmental Monitoring and Governance Waste Management and Pollution Control General News 6 September 2024, Apia Samoa - The Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme’s...

Fourth SPREP Executive Board Meeting opens in Samoa
Island and Ocean Ecosystems Climate Change Resilience Environmental Monitoring and Governance Waste Management and Pollution Control General News 4 September 2024, Apia Samoa – The crucial role played by the Secretariat of the Pacific Regional...

Pitcairn Islands Adopts Inaugural Invasive Species Strategy and Action Plan
7 October 2024, Pitcairn - The Island Council of Pitcairn has formally adopted the first Territorial Invasive Species Strategy and Action Plan (TISSAP) for the Island on 25 September 2024 which paves way for the protection of the unique...

Protecting Sharks and Rays in Pacific Islands waters
Main image credit: Luke Gordon A recent assessment using the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List of Threatened Species indicated that more than one-third of sharks, rays, and chimaeras are threatened with extinction....

SPREP Members commend progress and work of Secretariat in 2023
5 September 2024, Apia Samoa – The Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) continues to strengthen efforts to build a resilient Pacific environment. During the past 31 years, amidst many challenges, SPREP has continued to...

Eramet confirms its resilience and successfully delivers on its strategic roadmap
Paris, 19 February 2025, 6:30 p.m. PRESS RELEASE Eramet confirms its resilience and successfully delivers on its strategic roadmap Start of lithium production in Argentina at year-end and regaining full ownership of this world-class strategic...

Encouraging Update on Seabird Conservation in Ua Pou, Marquesas, One Year Post Rat Eradication Efforts
30 September 2024, Ua Pou, French Polynesia: - Following eradication efforts implemented in 2023, a monitoring mission has confirmed that the three islets of Ua Pou, in French Polynesia, are now rat-free. This achievement will provide a safe haven...

The Largest Global Mission to Discover Ocean Life Reveals Over 800 Newly Discovered Marine Species
Over 800 new species discovered 800+ scientists from 400+ institutions collaborating globally 10 Expeditions and 8 Discovery Workshops completed with partners such as The National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research (NIWA), and Schmidt...

Navakacoa women and youth join efforts to rehabilitate mangroves
Navakacoa village is located on the northeastern coastline of Taveuni island, and its community is dependent on fish and marine resources for subsistence and livelihoods. However, over the years, the people of Navakacoa have been experiencing a...