Pacific Islands Forum.
intergovernmental organization
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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Israel joined the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) as a development partner, leading to political commentary from NZ Labour.Some support2 reports
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Indonesia expands its regional footprint by joining IORA and PIF, while deepening cross-sector collaboration with Australia and engaging with PNG.Some support2 reports
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MSG reviews Indonesia's associate member status while PIF requests a visit to West Papua.Well supported6 reports
Earlier this month
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Australia promises over $980 million in funding to support Solomon Islands' free education policy.Some support1 report1 development inside
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PM Modi announced India's recognition of Pacific Island Countries and emphasized India's vision for engagement with the region through the Pacific Islands Forum.Well supported7 reports
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New Caledonia's decolonization process is being pushed onto the Pacific Islands Forum agenda, seeking UN assessment of self-government.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Papua New Guinea criticized consensus weakening provisions during the Pacific Islands Forum meeting in Palau.Some support1 report
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Taiwan seeks to increase its diplomatic presence in Palau, challenging the Pacific Islands Forum's focus.Well supported3 reports
One to three months ago
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The Alliance of Small Island States and the Pacific Islands Forum affirmed principles regarding state continuity.Some support2 reports
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Winston Peters offered to host the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) leaders meeting.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Australia provided funding to PIF initiatives and focused on energy transition with Palau ahead of the Pacific Pre-COP in Fiji.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Winston Peters and Christopher Luxon offered New Zealand as the host for the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF), with Nicola Willis advising on costs.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Guam advocates for full membership in the Pacific Islands Forum, citing political status issues affecting international financing access.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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The Pacific Islands Forum is addressing serious regional issues including drug cartels and maritime security, with Barnaby Joyce also involved.Some support1 report
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China's missile test prompts discussion at the Pacific Islands Forum, involving NZ figures like Peters and Wong.Well supported11 reports1 development inside
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An ASEAN celebration was held in Denarau, Fiji, where the Philippines sought stronger cooperation with the Pacific Islands Forum.Some support1 report1 development inside
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New Zealand is actively enhancing economic relationships with Europe, South America, and the Pacific Islands Forum.Some support2 reports
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The Pacific Islands Forum is addressing regional security issues while strategic competition over regional influence continues, involving China.Well supported10 reports2 developments inside
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Luxon attended the PIF leaders' meeting in Palau, emphasizing New Zealand's commitment to the Paris Agreement.Some support4 reports1 development inside
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On August 1, 2026, Australia signed a security deal with Fiji, while Albanese attended the PIF meeting in Palau.Well supported5 reports2 developments inside
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Christopher Luxon attended the Pacific Islands Forum meeting in Waitangi on September 1st, joined by Winston Peters.Some support1 report
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Missile tests near Koror challenge the Pacific Islands Forum's consensus on regional security amid geopolitical rivalry.Well supported7 reports1 development inside
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The Pacific Islands Forum includes Australia and Fiji as member states.Some support1 report
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The Pacific Islands Forum met in Rarotonga to discuss priorities for accessing the Pacific Resilience Facility fund.Well supported3 reports2 developments inside
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Leaders gathered in Palau for discussions on global warming thresholds.Some support1 report
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Australian leaders join the Pacific Islands Forum in Palau while the Australian government provides aid for floods.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Kiribati and Nauru sided with China on regional issues, while the Pacific Islands Forum debated action against China's missile test.Some support3 reports3 developments inside
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Albanese criticized China's missile tests while Australia participated in Pacific Islands Forum discussions regarding regional security.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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The Pacific Islands Forum meeting is scheduled to take place in Palau, with Vanuatu participating in foreign policy discussions.Some support1 report4 developments inside
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Tonga, Samoa, and Cook Islands are involved in early financing discussions at the Pacific Islands Forum, where Mark Brown also spoke at a side event.Some support1 report
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Australia signed security treaties with Pacific countries while China conducted missile tests, fueling regional competition.Well supported11 reports7 developments inside
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Leaders of the Pacific Islands Forum meet in Koror, Palau, with Samoa represented by Laʻauli Leuatea Schmidt.Well supported7 reports1 development inside
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The Pacific Islands Forum and Asian Development Bank announced an aid package to address the regional fuel crisis and collaborate on economic resilience.Some support1 report
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Australia invests $600 million into a law enforcement scheme for the Pacific Islands Forum.Some support5 reports
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Leaders of the Pacific Islands Forum met in Suva to discuss the global deep-sea mining process involving the International Seabed Authority.Some support1 report
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Australia engaged with the Pacific Islands Forum on August 1st to discuss regional security and climate issues, including elevating bilateral ties to a formal security alliance.Some support1 report
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In the annual Pacific Islands Forum talks, the President holds Australia accountable for its climate record, while the Climate Minister represents Australia amid discussions on citizen resettlement.Some support3 reports
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PIFLM is held in Palau, while the Middle East conflict drives fuel and supply chain disruptions across Pacific nations.Some support2 reports
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NZ participated in the diplomatic talks of the Pacific Islands Forum on August 1, 2026.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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The Pacific Islands Forum strengthened regional cooperation and launched an NZ government-backed program on August 1, 2026.Some support4 reports
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Australia and Tonga discuss coordinated Pacific action within the Pacific Islands Forum.Some support1 report
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Australia's neighbors are part of the Pacific Islands Forum.Some support4 reports
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PIF foreign ministers meet in Suva to discuss the fallout of China's missile test, with Kiribati blocking consensus.Some support3 reports
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Papua New Guinea hosted a dialogue in Port Moresby and participated in PIF meetings while signing multiple bilateral treaties.Some support1 report
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The PIF Secretariat implemented its Strategic Plan goals, aiming for enhanced, sustainable, and inclusive economic growth.Some support2 reports
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PNG and the Pacific Islands Forum are deepening strategic partnerships through agreements on defense cooperation and regional issues.Some support1 report
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A centre will be built in Suva, establishing a base for the Pacific Islands Forum as part of the Vuvale Union and Ocean of Peace Alliance.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Elders called for regional institutions to protect sovereignty.Some support2 reports
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Matthew Wale is named the new Pacific Islands Forum chairman, while the Melanesian Spearhead Group focuses on the interests of its member countries.Well supported9 reports
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The Pacific Islands Forum held a meeting in Majuro on June 23, discussing how the Middle East conflict is impacting the global economy.Some support2 reports
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Leaders met in Kokopo to discuss resolutions regarding the future of Bougainville, involving international bodies like the UN and Pacific Islands Forum.Some support1 report
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The Pacific Islands Forum convened in Majuro, Marshall Islands, for its annual meeting, including the Marshall Islands as a member.Some support1 report
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What's reaching Pacific Islands Forum
Events traced to Pacific Islands Forum, step by step, newest first- Extreme El Niño may force Pacific Islands Forum to coordinate climate responseThe Pacific Islands Forum must coordinate regional responses to extreme weatherLikely
- Tuvalu's climate crisis could increase Pacific Islands Forum's demandsThe Pacific Islands Forum may face increased demands for regional climate finance and coordinated action.Possible
- Australia's fossil fuel expansion may challenge Pacific Islands ForumAustralia's fossil fuel expansion may challenge the Pacific Islands Forum's climate agendaPossible
- Climate summit in Fiji may boost Pacific Islands Forum's climate roleThe high-level climate summit may reinforce the Pacific Islands Forum's regional leadership.Likely
- Australia's climate summit may reinforce Pacific Islands Forum's regional focusAustralia's climate summit may boost Pacific Islands Forum's regional focusPossible
Explainers that pass through Pacific Islands Forum
Pacific Islands Forum is a step on the way to someone elseAround Pacific Islands Forum this week
News at the entities that move Pacific Islands Forum most-
Fiji StructuralFiji Law Society supports constitutional reforms, including limiting the size of the Cabinet.Moves Pacific Islands Forum
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China OperationalChinese migrants have settled in Box Hill, a marginal state election seat, seeking economic opportunities.Moves Pacific Islands Forum
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Pacific Islands StructuralAmbassador Ian Fry represents Tuvalu delegation during pre-COP31 in Fiji, while negotiations proceed in Yerevan.Moves Pacific Islands Forum
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Solomon Islands StructuralSolomon Islands authorities conducted a joint investigation and issued a seizure notice for the vessel MV Wealth for illegal entry.Moves Pacific Islands Forum
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Beijing OperationalChina is a major source of military hardware for Pakistan, deepening military ties.Moves Pacific Islands Forum
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Anthony Albanese OperationalThe Prime Minister called for moderation in public debate amid reports of escalating threats against politicians.Moves Pacific Islands Forum
Connections
The 40 strongest of 76, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Palau Structural
Palau functions as a formal member state and host nation for the Pacific Islands Forum meetings and summits.
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Matthew Wale Structural
Matthew Wale holds the formal and functional position of Chairman of the Pacific Islands Forum.
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Pacific Islands Structural
The Pacific Islands Forum functions as the primary political and coordinating body for the Pacific Islands region.
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Anthony Albanese Operational
Albanese actively participates in the Pacific Islands Forum, representing Australia and contributing to regional policy discussions.
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Baron Waqa Structural
Baron Waqa holds the chief executive office as the Secretary General of the Pacific Islands Forum.
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Suva Structural
The Pacific Islands Forum maintains its administrative base and holds key meetings in Suva.
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Fiji Structural
Fiji is a formal member state of the Pacific Islands Forum, actively participating in its regional governance and diplomatic functions.
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Solomon Islands Structural
Solomon Islands is a formal member of the Pacific Islands Forum, actively participating in regional security and policy discussions.
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China Operational
China actively uses geopolitical competition and influence to challenge and affect the Pacific Islands Forum's regional consensus and order.
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Beijing Operational
The Pacific Islands Forum actively criticizes and discusses geopolitical disputes related to actions taken by Beijing.
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Vanuatu Structural
Vanuatu is a member state of the Pacific Islands Forum, participating in its collective security and foreign policy initiatives.
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Guam Operational
Guam holds associate membership in the PIF and actively advocates for full status, while its political standing is influenced by the Forum's status.
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Surangel Whipps Jr. Structural
Whipps Jr. participates in the Pacific Islands Forum in his capacity as President of Palau, a required leadership role.
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secretariat Structural
The Secretariat serves as the operational body responsible for implementing the strategic goals and mandates established by the Pacific Islands Forum.
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Papua New Guinea Structural
Papua New Guinea is a formal member and representative of the Pacific Islands Forum, participating in regional security and economic discussions.
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Christopher Luxon Operational
Christopher Luxon actively participates in and holds leadership roles within the Pacific Islands Forum.
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Chris Bowen Operational
Chris Bowen actively participates in the Pacific Islands Forum's discussions and monitoring efforts regarding regional geopolitical issues, such as Chinese ICBM tests.
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Winston Peters Operational
Winston Peters actively participates in and commits to hosting meetings of the Pacific Islands Forum.
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Indonesia Structural
Indonesia is a formal member of the Pacific Islands Forum, which actively engages with Indonesia regarding sovereignty and territorial issues.
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Melanesian Spearhead Group Operational
The Melanesian Spearhead Group actively influences the Pacific Islands Forum's agenda, particularly regarding decolonization issues.
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United Nations Structural
PIF utilizes the UN framework and assessment processes regarding the self-government of its member states.
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Laʻauli Leuatea Schmidt Structural
Laʻauli Leuatea Schmidt serves as a representative of Samoa within the Pacific Islands Forum.
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Cook Islands Structural
Cook Islands is a member state of the Pacific Islands Forum.
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Inia Seruiratu Structural
Inia Seruiratu holds a leadership role within the Pacific Islands Forum.
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Tuvalu Structural
Tuvalu functions as a member state within the Pacific Islands Forum, participating in regional diplomatic and policy coordination.
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Samoa Structural
Samoa functions as a member state within the collective body of the Pacific Islands Forum, participating in its discussions and initiatives.
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Joe Natuman Operational
Natuman uses their platform as a member to advocate for the Pacific Islands Forum's action regarding West Papua.
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Marshall Islands Structural
Marshall Islands is a member state of the Pacific Islands Forum.
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Kiribati Structural
Kiribati is a member of the Pacific Islands Forum and participates in its consensus-making processes.
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António Guterres Operational
The relationship is characterized by a formal, annual dialogue between the UN Secretary-General and the Pacific Islands Forum.
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American Samoa Structural
American Samoa maintains formal associate membership within the Pacific Islands Forum.
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Wale Structural
Wale holds the formal role of Chairman of the Pacific Islands Forum.
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Australian Institute of Marine Science Operational
AIMS contributes scientific expertise to the Pacific Islands Forum discussions on critical regional issues, including climate change impacts.
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United Nations General Assembly Structural
The Pacific Islands Forum utilizes the UNGA as a high-level platform for its activities.
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Nauru Structural
Nauru functions as a member state within the collective body represented by the Pacific Islands Forum.
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Majuro Operational
The Pacific Islands Forum is utilizing Majuro as the location for its annual meeting.
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Middle East Shared context
Middle East geopolitical events are cited as key external factors influencing the agenda and discussions of the Pacific Islands Forum.
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Philippines Operational
The Philippines is actively seeking to strengthen its cooperative ties with the Pacific Islands Forum.
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Anote Tong Operational
Anote Tong advocates for the Pacific Islands Forum to set its policy priorities.
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Peters Structural
Peters holds a functional role as a participant in the Pacific Islands Forum meetings.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
3 events- Israel joined the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) as a development partner, leading to political commentary from NZ Labour.
- Indonesia expands its regional footprint by joining IORA and PIF, while deepening cross-sector collaboration with Australia and engaging with PNG.
- Papua New Guinea criticized consensus weakening provisions during the Pacific Islands Forum meeting in Palau.
September 2026
18 events- MSG reviews Indonesia's associate member status while PIF requests a visit to West Papua.
- Australia promises over $980 million in funding to support Solomon Islands' free education policy.
- PM Modi announced India's recognition of Pacific Island Countries and emphasized India's vision for engagement with the region through the Pacific Islands Forum.
- New Caledonia's decolonization process is being pushed onto the Pacific Islands Forum agenda, seeking UN assessment of self-government.
- The Alliance of Small Island States and the Pacific Islands Forum affirmed principles regarding state continuity.
- Winston Peters offered to host the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) leaders meeting.
- Australia provided funding to PIF initiatives and focused on energy transition with Palau ahead of the Pacific Pre-COP in Fiji.
- Winston Peters and Christopher Luxon offered New Zealand as the host for the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF), with Nicola Willis advising on costs.
- Guam advocates for full membership in the Pacific Islands Forum, citing political status issues affecting international financing access.
- The Pacific Islands Forum is addressing serious regional issues including drug cartels and maritime security, with Barnaby Joyce also involved.
- New Zealand is actively enhancing economic relationships with Europe, South America, and the Pacific Islands Forum.
- Christopher Luxon attended the Pacific Islands Forum meeting in Waitangi on September 1st, joined by Winston Peters.
- The Pacific Islands Forum includes Australia and Fiji as member states.
- Leaders gathered in Palau for discussions on global warming thresholds.
- Albanese criticized China's missile tests while Australia participated in Pacific Islands Forum discussions regarding regional security.
- Tonga, Samoa, and Cook Islands are involved in early financing discussions at the Pacific Islands Forum, where Mark Brown also spoke at a side event.
- The Pacific Islands Forum and Asian Development Bank announced an aid package to address the regional fuel crisis and collaborate on economic resilience.
- Australia invests $600 million into a law enforcement scheme for the Pacific Islands Forum.
August 2026
19 events- China's missile test prompts discussion at the Pacific Islands Forum, involving NZ figures like Peters and Wong.
- An ASEAN celebration was held in Denarau, Fiji, where the Philippines sought stronger cooperation with the Pacific Islands Forum.
- Luxon attended the PIF leaders' meeting in Palau, emphasizing New Zealand's commitment to the Paris Agreement.
- On August 1, 2026, Australia signed a security deal with Fiji, while Albanese attended the PIF meeting in Palau.
- Australian leaders join the Pacific Islands Forum in Palau while the Australian government provides aid for floods.
- Kiribati and Nauru sided with China on regional issues, while the Pacific Islands Forum debated action against China's missile test.
- The Pacific Islands Forum meeting is scheduled to take place in Palau, with Vanuatu participating in foreign policy discussions.
- Leaders of the Pacific Islands Forum meet in Koror, Palau, with Samoa represented by Laʻauli Leuatea Schmidt.
- Leaders of the Pacific Islands Forum met in Suva to discuss the global deep-sea mining process involving the International Seabed Authority.
- Australia engaged with the Pacific Islands Forum on August 1st to discuss regional security and climate issues, including elevating bilateral ties to a formal security alliance.
- In the annual Pacific Islands Forum talks, the President holds Australia accountable for its climate record, while the Climate Minister represents Australia amid discussions on citizen resettlement.
- PIFLM is held in Palau, while the Middle East conflict drives fuel and supply chain disruptions across Pacific nations.
- NZ participated in the diplomatic talks of the Pacific Islands Forum on August 1, 2026.
- The Pacific Islands Forum strengthened regional cooperation and launched an NZ government-backed program on August 1, 2026.
- Australia and Tonga discuss coordinated Pacific action within the Pacific Islands Forum.
- Australia's neighbors are part of the Pacific Islands Forum.
- PIF foreign ministers meet in Suva to discuss the fallout of China's missile test, with Kiribati blocking consensus.
- Papua New Guinea hosted a dialogue in Port Moresby and participated in PIF meetings while signing multiple bilateral treaties.
- The PIF Secretariat implemented its Strategic Plan goals, aiming for enhanced, sustainable, and inclusive economic growth.
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July 2026
5 events- Missile tests near Koror challenge the Pacific Islands Forum's consensus on regional security amid geopolitical rivalry.
- Australia signed security treaties with Pacific countries while China conducted missile tests, fueling regional competition.
- PNG and the Pacific Islands Forum are deepening strategic partnerships through agreements on defense cooperation and regional issues.
- A centre will be built in Suva, establishing a base for the Pacific Islands Forum as part of the Vuvale Union and Ocean of Peace Alliance.
- Elders called for regional institutions to protect sovereignty.
June 2026
7 events- Taiwan seeks to increase its diplomatic presence in Palau, challenging the Pacific Islands Forum's focus.
- The Pacific Islands Forum is addressing regional security issues while strategic competition over regional influence continues, involving China.
- The Pacific Islands Forum met in Rarotonga to discuss priorities for accessing the Pacific Resilience Facility fund.
- Matthew Wale is named the new Pacific Islands Forum chairman, while the Melanesian Spearhead Group focuses on the interests of its member countries.
- The Pacific Islands Forum held a meeting in Majuro on June 23, discussing how the Middle East conflict is impacting the global economy.
- Leaders met in Kokopo to discuss resolutions regarding the future of Bougainville, involving international bodies like the UN and Pacific Islands Forum.
- The Pacific Islands Forum convened in Majuro, Marshall Islands, for its annual meeting, including the Marshall Islands as a member.