Commentary

Analysis and opinion from our staff, associates and contributing experts. The views expressed in these articles are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the views of the Pacific Institute of Public Policy. Do you feel you have something to add to the conversation? Write for us.

So far, most atolls winning the sea level rise battle

11 May, 2015

Giff Johnson

So far, most atolls winning the sea level rise battle

An increasing number of atoll studies are not supporting the claim that “Pacific islands are sinking.” Giff Johnson discusses why the disconnect between scientific research and Pacific leaders’ statements about climate effects matters.

8 May, 2015

Dan McGarry

Defending the indefensible

The reason the Nauruan government finds itself quashing essential aspects of its own democracy is because its actions simply don’t bear scrutiny. It is time for Nauru to remember the Pacific way of doing things.

Fiji’s media still struggling to regain ‘free and fair’ space

4 May, 2015

David Robie

Fiji’s media still struggling to regain ‘free and fair’ space

Media freedom has made great strides in Fiji, recognised by global freedom organisations, but there remains various challenges that need to be dealt with. The harsh Media Decree is still a spectre that needs removing, writes David Robie.

28 April, 2015

Dulciana Somare-Brash

Missing Voices

Legislative changes in PNG to have more women in parliament, if successful, could change the culture of 'Bigman' and money politics by 2017, writes Dulciana Somare-Brash. But broad community support is not yet guaranteed in the lead up to parliaments verdict on its appropriateness.

22 April, 2015

Kaliopate Tavola

PACER Plus can work if ANZ change tack

Kalio Tavola wonders if PACER Plus is flexible enough to accommodate developing country needs and the evolution of other multilateral agencies when it comes to 'free trade'.

21 April, 2015

Kalafi Moala

How CEDAW impacts some Pacific cultures

Kalafi Moala examines how this important global initiative to protect women and promote gender equality has been adopted in Pacific island states, as Tonga remains one of the last to ratify it. Tonga’s ratification comes with conditions.

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