Pacific summit to strengthen response to non-communicable diseases crisis
Pacific Islands’ leaders, ministers and officials from regional and global development agencies will gather in the Kingdom of Tonga from 20-22 June 2016 to deliberate on better ways to tackle the region’s non-communicable diseases (NCDs) crisis.
Recognition for efforts to halt biodiversity loss in Pacific
Efforts by the Pacific Agricultural Plant Genetic Resources Network (PAPGREN) and the Pacific Community (SPC) to conserve genetic material and halt the loss of biodiversity have been recognised at regional consultations organised by the Food and…
Pacific Community releases new ID cards for whales, dolphins and seabirds
A set of 20 identification cards outlining the description of 30 different species of whales, dolphins and seabirds have been produced by the Pacific Community (SPC) to assist Pacific Islands Regional Fisheries Observers with identifying species of…
Pacific Community congratulates Gerald Haberkorn for prestigious award
The Pacific Community (SPC) joins the Government of Vanuatu in congratulating Dr Gerald Haberkorn who was awarded a medal of honour this week by Vanuatu’s Head of State, President Baldwin Lonsdale, at the State House in Port Vila.
Dr Haberkorn is a long-…
Improved communications addressed in Vanuatu Livestock Disease Emergency Response Plan
The Vanuatu Animal Disease Emergency Response Plan has been refined and updated to improve the communication and dissemination of information during emergencies.
This follows the conclusion of a workshop late last month involving participants from the…
Collaborating for improved environmental and health effectiveness, integration and reach
Released to coincide with Europe Day, two European Union funded projects in the Pacific are working together to expand their effectiveness and reach, and deliver improved environmental and public health outcomes across the region.
Historic Pacific Community governing body meeting to convene in New Caledonia
Representatives of the 26 countries and territories that govern the Pacific Community (SPC) will meet in Noumea, New Caledonia, from 28 to 30 June 2016 for the 46th meeting of the Committee of Representatives of Governments and Administrations (CRGA46).
Development progress and financing on agenda for Pacific Community Director-General in Samoa
Strengthening partnerships and development financing are top of the agenda for the Pacific Community Director-General, Dr Colin Tukuitonga, during his visit to Apia, Samoa, this week to meet with government officials, project partners and financial…
Increasing engagement with members: Pacific Community Director-General visits Cook Islands
Boost for women in Pacific maritime sector
The Pacific Women in Maritime Association (PacWiMA) has been revived and will advocate for the empowerment and integration of Pacific women in the maritime sector.