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PRESS RELEASE – Pacific Heads of Health: Weave the health mat with threads of action.
The 15th Pacific Heads of Health Meeting (PHoH) convenes in Apia, Samoa today, and was officially opened by the Prime Minister of Samoa, Honourable Fiamē Naomi Mataʻafa and Dr Saia Ma’u Piukala, the World Health Organization’s (WHO) Regional...
Owner: Samoan Government
The United States’ Enduring Commitment to the Indo-Pacific: Marking Two Years Since the Release of the Administration’s Indo-Pacific Strategy
FACT SHEET OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON FEBRUARY 9, 2024 The United States is an Indo-Pacific nation. As the most dynamic and fastest-growing region on earth, the Indo-Pacific is an essential driver of America’s future security and prosperity. The...
Highlighting the importance of Oceania gadfly petrels at CMS
Gov't Institution
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP)
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March 15, 2024
Gadfly petrels or Pterodroma are a genus of about thirty-five species of petrels, part of the seabird order. They are aptly named for their speedy, weaving flight which is also reflected in its name Pterodroma, from Ancient Greek, where pteron,...
Kiribati begins Marine Spatial Planning journey with the Pacific BioScapes Programme
Gov't Institution
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP)
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March 15, 2024
A successfully implemented marine spatial plan can reduce conflicts among users, reduce environmental impacts, facilitate compatible uses, and protect critical ecosystems. In practical terms, it provides a public policy process for society to...
Unlocking the Potential of Pacific Marine Tourism: Paving the Way Forward with Innovative Guidelines
The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) in collaboration with the Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) are advancing efforts on a transformative journey to shape the future of marine tourism in the Pacific. Commencing...
Tourism Industry Continued to Show Weakness in January 2024
Gov't Institution
State of Hawaii Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism
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February 29, 2024
Posted on Feb 29, 2024 in News For Immediate Release: February 29, 2024 HONOLULU—In January 2024, total visitor arrivals to the Hawaiian Islands (763,480 visitors, -3.6%) and total visitor spending measured in nominal dollars ($1.81 billion,...
Owner: American Government
PRESS RELEASE – Innovative experiment converts discarded fish skin into sustainable leather products
SAMOA, March 22 - 22 March, 2024 Apia, Samoa – An innovative experiment, known as the 100% Fish Use project, that successfully tested the conversion of discarded fish skin into sustainable fish leather and leather products, was showcased today by...
Owner: Samoan Government
Punching above its weight, Pacific leads calls for ambitious targets to end global plastic pollution
Q and A with Mr Sefanaia Nawadra, Director-General of SPREP. 1 June 2023, Paris France - The first scientific findings of marine plastic debris were published in 1972 and reported on small plastic particles found in the Sargasso Sea. Ten years...
Pacific Tourism Organisation Unveils Ground-breaking Data Training Program in Solomon Islands
In a significant milestone, the Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) launched the Pacific Tourism Data Initiative (PTDI) and introduced the Pacific Sustainable Tourism Indicators Framework training in the Solomon Islands in February. Spearheaded by...
Celebrating Achievements and Progress in the Division
Talofa Lava from SPTO’s Division of Sustainable Tourism! Presenting the second edition of the Pacific Sustainable Tourism Newsbeat for 2024, we take you to the heart of the Pacific, Samoa, as our country of focus. Explore the latest updates from...
December 2023 Marked the Fifth Consecutive Month with Declining Visitor Expenditures
Gov't Institution
State of Hawaii Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism
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January 30, 2024
Posted on Jan 30, 2024 in News For Immediate Release: January 30, 2024 HONOLULU—Total visitor arrivals to the Hawaiian Islands (860,831 visitors, -1.3%) and total visitor spending measured in nominal dollars ($1.96 billion, -1.2%) were down...
Owner: American Government
Pacific Tourism Organisation Champions Data-Driven Tourism Growth in Tonga
In a collaborative effort to enhance the capabilities of Tonga Tourism, the Tongan Government ministries, and the Statistics Department, around 20 participants are engaging in a five-day training organized by the Pacific Tourism Organisation...
Private 5G/4G Network Deployment Tracker Market, Key Players, Demands, Scope, Size, Share and Forecasts 2023 - 2030
PUNE, INDIA, December 8, 2023 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Historically a niche segment of the wider cellular communications industry, private 5G/4G cellular networks – also referred to as NPNs (Non-Public Networks) in 3GPP terminology – have rapidly...
Hon. Laʻaulialemalietoa Leuatea Polataivao Fosi Schmidt Minister of Agriculture & Fisheries at the 20th Regular Session of the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission
SAMOA, December 12 - Monday, 4 December 2023, Rarotonga, Cook Islands ______________________________________________________________________ Madam Chair, Dr. Josie Tamate, Honorable Ministers, Executive Director, Madam Rhea Moss-Christian,...
Owner: Samoan Government
Adding Australian Multiculturalism to Canberra’s Statecraft
The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade’s first multicultural ambassador will enable Australia to project its unique multicultural soft power to the world. At a time of growing unpredictability, a more inclusive statecraft will contribute to a...
Owner: Australian Institute of International Affairs (Non-profit)
CHIEF Conference: Pioneering the Future of Caribbean Hospitality
MIAMI, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES, December 22, 2023 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Caribbean Hospitality Industry Exchange Forum (CHIEF), hosted by the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) earlier this month in Miami, concluded with resounding...
4XC launches “Risk-Free Trade” feature for U.S. Election
Leading broker, 4XC, has just launched an exciting and innovative new risk-free trade feature that allows traders to navigate and trade the markets more. RORATONGA, COOK ISLANDS, October 29, 2020 /EINPresswire.com/ -- 4XC launches “Risk-Free...
Visitor Expenditures Decreased for November 2023 Compared to November 2022
Gov't Institution
State of Hawaii Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism
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December 28, 2023
Posted on Dec 28, 2023 in News For Immediate Release: December 28, 2023 HONOLULU—After recording three consecutive months of decreases in both visitor arrivals and visitor spending, November 2023 data showed a modest growth in visitor arrivals,...
Owner: American Government
New Zealand Tractors Industry to 2028 - Financial Support to Farmers Through Loans & Subsidies is Driving Growth
Dublin, Nov. 25, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "New Zealand Tractors Market - Industry Analysis & Forecast 2022-2028" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The New Zealand tractors market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 3.14%...
Owner: Jason Raznick
PNG flags maritime zones and marine resources protection at plastics treaty talks
Gov't Institution
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP)
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November 15, 2023
15 November 2023, Nairobi Kenya - The leakage of plastics into the ecosystems, including in the marine environment, is a growing concern for Papua New Guinea (PNG). What’s even more alarming for the biggest Pacific island with an Exclusive...