MSG can direct Pacific regionalism to greater heights
3 March, 2015

MSG can direct Pacific regionalism to greater heights

Pacific regionalism is in dire need of a coordinated leadership now, says Kaliopate Tavola. With new leadership of the Pacific Islands Forum, he looks optimistically at the potential for growing interconnectedness between the PIF and the Melanesian Spearhead Group.
Chuuk independence: why and how?
2 March, 2015

Chuuk independence: why and how?

Francis X. Hezel raises some fundamental questions about the future and sustainability of Chuuk once it separates from the Federated States of Micronesia, now that the issue of independence is being debated.
The fourth estate in peril
27 February, 2015

The fourth estate in peril

Recent events indicate that journalism in the Pacific is susceptible to bias and credulity. We talk of the need to curb corruption and self-interest in the public sector. Perhaps we need to take a closer look at the reputability of those mandated to safeguard the public record.
Keeping an eye on the elites
25 February, 2015

Keeping an eye on the elites

Kalafi Moala examines the mix of traditional and emerging elites who shape our societies. He argues that emerging elitism takes advantage of the existing traditional socio-cultural structures to keep the majority of the populace in strict adherence to the status quo.
Raising a new flag
16 February, 2015

Raising a new flag

Kaliopate Tavola writes that the Fijian government must address the division that is emerging from its decision for the country to have a new flag, urging the government to bridge the divide and bring national unity to this important nation-building project.
Deciding on the Melanesian family
11 February, 2015

Deciding on the Melanesian family

Ben Bohane witnessed the latest chapter in West Papua’s bid for recognition, as the United Liberation Movement of West Papua submits its application for membership of the Melanesian Spearhead Group while PNG calls attention to human rights abuses there.
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