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Outbreak of violence in Libya  

Posted on 24 August 2023

Fighting erupted in Tripoli early last week, with authorities having confirmed there were 55 killed, and almost 150 injured, in the conflict. 

The fighting was between two opposing milita, sparked by the…
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Divided Pacific as Japan releases treated nuclear wastewater 

Posted on 24 August 2023

This morning, Japan will begin the process of releasing over 1.3 million tonnes of treated nuclear wastewater into the Pacific Ocean. This water has been accumulating since the Fukushima plant was destroyed…
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World Humanitarian Day 2023

Posted on 19 August 2023

Today we celebrate World Humanitarian Day, where we recognise humanitarians who strive to save and protect lives #NoMatterWhat

World Humanitarian Day takes place on August 19 each year, and 2023 marks the 20th…
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Australia announces new International Development Policy

Posted on 10 August 2023

On August 8, Australia released their new International Development Policy, aimed at fostering a “peaceful, stable and prosperous Indo-Pacific.”

Hon Pat Conroy and Senator Hon Penny Wong have released a joint statement announcing the new…
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Critical Türkiye-Syria border crossing to remain open

Posted on 10 August 2023

Six months after the catastrophic Türkiye-Syria earthquake, the UN have announced the main border crossing into Syria will open, and remain so, for the next six months.  

A statement released on August…
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Forum Economic Minister Meeting commences in Fiji

Posted on 10 August 2023

The Forum Economic Ministers Meeting (FEMM) began in Suva yesterday, a two day summit which brings together Pacific Finance and Economic Ministers from across the region. Themed “Our Pacific Way -Prosperity for…
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Political parties share views on aid, trade and foreign affairs at Pre-Election Debate

Posted on 09 August 2023

Representatives from NZ political parties debated New Zealand’s role on the global stage at last week’s Pre-Election Debate “Navigating Global Uncertainty: Aid, Trade and Foreign Affairs”, co-hosted by the Council…
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Coup announced in Niger as military sieze power

Posted on 07 August 2023

The military have taken control in Niger, with soldiers announcing the coup on the West African nation's live television less than a couple of weeks ago. 
 
General Abdourahamane Tchiani, head of Niger’s presidential…
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Pacific leaders convene for Regional Forum in Fiji

Posted on 07 August 2023

Pacific leaders came together early last week for the 2023 CSO Regional Forum held in Suva, allowing leaders to engage with the policy landscape in the region.
 
An important aspect of the meeting is bringing…
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Humanitarian concerns from predicted El Niño impact

Posted on 07 August 2023

ACAPS, a Geneva based analysis project launched to support humanitarian work, have released a report outlining the anticipated humanitarian impact of this year’s El Niño.
 
The report gives insight into understanding the weather phenomenon, the…
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