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One of the best Pacific Ocean locations to witness a stunning abundance of tropical fish, sharks and corals is also the least expected – Bikini Atoll, a site of U.S. nuclear tests in the middle of the last century.

The Pamahima tribal community, the National and Provincial Government, the FAO Integrated Forest Management Project (IFMP), the Ecological Solution Foundation (ESF), and partners celebrated the launching and declaration of the Pamahima Tribal Forest Protected Area (PTFPA) at Arohane Village in Ce

The Head of the Maritime and Ocean Affairs Division, Toney Tevi, said that the lack of proper town planning strategy contributes to coral reefs facing threats in the Port Vila harbor.

Pacific leaders gathered in Honiara to address the escalating threats to the region’s fisheries.  Overfishing, climate change, illegal fishing and pollution continue to harm ocean health and undermine livelihoods across the Pacific.

The Papua New Guinea Forest Authority (PNGFA) launched three projects in East Sepik this week.

Effective invasive weed management is crucial for enhancing community resilience to climate change. Climate change can accelerate the spread of invasive species.

The 2025 Honiara Summit held in the Solomon Islands concluded Thursday, and the Pacific leaders vowed to prioritize fisheries in conversations about ocean conservation and sustainable development in the region.

Among the Pacific islands, Fiji is home to six species of seagrass, each contributing to the vitality of its coastal ecosystems. These species, including Halodule pinifolia and Halophila ovalis, play a vital role in sustaining Fiji’s rich marine life and coastal communities.

Over the past month, the Asia-Pacific region has seen significant environmental developments, ranging from climate policy advancements to international cooperation on nuclear safety.

THE 2025 Honiara Summit is to regulate, manage and end overfishing throughout the region and international.