PNG calls for faster foreign donor roll-out of promised electricity infrastructure, dismisses “absolutely” selling power grid assets to China. But one donor admits 70% electrification by “2030 target remains ambitious.” benarnews.org/english/news/p…

A record-equalling 18 women stand for office in Kiribati’s national election starting this week, seeking to shift the gender imbalance in the 45-member parliament overwhelmingly dominated by men. benarnews.org/english/news/p…

The “Understanding the Pacific” intensive two-day course ran by DPA focuses on the #Pacific region and provides insight into the foundational concepts, actors and issues to enable participants to understand the dynamics of the region and engage in current #policy debates.

A breakfast feast of development intelligence - so much covered under one hour. As we move to implementation of the policy- critical reflection by government and community is a must. Congratulations Development Intelligence Lab for this stimulating Stocktake one year out - Department of Pacific Affairs (DPA)

"To build a discrimination-free, non-sectarian, happy, prosperous, and developed #Bangladesh, the state must act quickly to take structural measures to prevent these acts of oppression [against minorities]," says Subrata Banarjee. Department of Pacific Affairs (DPA) devpolicy.org/the-cycle-of-v…

“We may be small island countries but we are a force to be reckoned with.” Climate change, decolonization and regional security top agenda for ‘pivotal’ Pacific island leaders meeting in Tonga. benarnews.org/english/news/p…

France urged to change diplomatic tack towards its Pacific territories by French Polynesia’s president amid growing frustration over months of turmoil in New Caledonia. benarnews.org/english/news/p…

Register now! 📝 Pacific Migration Workshop at ANU Crawford School of Public Policy on Tuesday September 3. Full program 📖devpolicy.crawford.anu.edu.au/pacific-migrat… Register in-person or online ✏️events.devpolicy.org/20240903 #pacific #labourmobility #climate #migration The Migration Hub Department of Pacific Affairs (DPA) @ANUAsiaPacific

This is what we call in the Pacific “Lived Experience” This alongside the science has fueled Pacific advocacy at climate and ocean multilateralism. If the UN is to reform and be responsive—- it needs to reform to Pacific island context and realities Pacific Islands Forum AOSIS Department of Pacific Affairs (DPA)

A panel discussion on #digital #connectivity in the #Pacific on 5 Sep @ 3.30pm will feature Prof Ioana Chan Mow of the National University of #Samoa, Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade 🇦🇺 on #UnderseaCables & Kacific Broadband Satellites Group #satellite: bellschool.anu.edu.au/event/state-pa… #tech #technology Department of Pacific Affairs (DPA) ANU College of Asia and the Pacific ANUBellSchool

Devpol Director Professor Stephen Howes opened the Pacific Migration Workshop this morning discussing the year 2020 & beyond as the Era of Pacific free(r) movement. He noted the PIF Communique did include one point on improved access & mobility.

Led by Dr Anouk Ride, the Environmental Peacebuilding Pre-Conference Workshop is a participatory forum for researchers deeply engaged with environmental conflicts and local solutions, using #pacific methodological traditions and seeking research collaborations to build #peace.

And that’s a wrap on our APSA Australia workshop on the Pacific Islands in Australian Political Science. Thanks to co-convenors extraordinaire Caitlin Mollica & Theresa Meki & to all our amazing colleagues for two days of rich discussion

An incredible Bougainvillean & Pacific leader just gave a powerful talk at #StateofthePacific “Land communicates, rocks communicate. Put land & environment ahead of the people for proper healing.  I do not ask for life support. Reciprocate & give what is owed to Bougainville.”

State of the Pacific 2024, Day 1! The event started with an engaging keynote address delivered by the Hon. Theonila Roka Matbob, Minister for Community Government (ABG) and was followed by sessions focusing on decolonisation and disability, equity, and rights in the #Pacific.

"It is embarrassing that [Australia] could not even give away offers of permanent migration in [Federated States of Micronesia and Palau], and they should be excluded from next year’s ballot," says Stephen Howes from devpolicy.org. devpolicy.org/the-pev-ballot…

“Our MEL process supports this learning process, helping us work closely with our CSO and RO partners to integrate climate considerations into inclusive WASH practices,” says Stuart Raetz. devpolicy.org/adapting-to-ch… #climateresilience #climatechange

I am speaking at parliament next week on Australia & democracy in the Pacific - open to the public, please join in person or online! Department of Pacific Affairs (DPA) ANUBellSchool events.humanitix.com/parliamentary-…

We presented Pacific Attitudes Survey data to the Parliamentary Inquiry into Australia’s response to the priorities of Pacific Island countries, earlier today. Recording here Swinburne University of Technology Department of Pacific Affairs (DPA) youtube.com/live/I3Pi-JihX…

Join us to investigate the difficulties with #PapuaNewGuinea’s electoral roll. 20 September, 2.30 - 3.30 pm Register now: shorturl.at/em07L