The Pacific Community urges vigilance on coconut pest as Vanuatu recovers from destructive cyclones

Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle coordinator Joe Pakoawia  holds bark containing CRB larvae in Vanuatu, in front of dead coconut palms infected by the pest - Credit: SPC

Stat of the week: The Pacific has counted more than 498 274 cumulated cases of COVID-19 since the beginning of the pandemic

The Pacific has counted more than 498 274 cumulated cases of COVID-19 since the beginning of the pandemic. This health crisis touched everyone in the world and the Pacific has not been spared. Unfortunately, scientists expect more pandemics in the future…

Food trade database developed through regional network and partnerships for future food system sustainability

Unlocking Data Assets: Encouraging Re-use and Access to Survey Microdata

Peter Ellis, Director of the Pacific Community's (SPC) Statistics for Development Division, reflects on the multi-million-dollar assets that are surveys; how to encourage their re-use; and developing questions to deal with today's pressing issues like…

Kiribati strengthens energy efficiency capacity

Kiribati has joined other Pacific Islands countries and territories (PICTs) to enact legislation to facilitate an accelerated transition to renewable energy and energy efficiency.

To’oto’otumua Glory Fuimaono: The Lawyer Championing Samoa's Coastal Fisheries with Heart and Dedication

When speaking to Glory Fuimaono, the first thing that strikes you is her calm demeanour and quiet confidence; she radiates an air of trust and integrity. Glory, a Samoan woman, has risen through the ranks to become one of the most critical figures at the…

Stat of the week: In American Samoa, 71% of Terrestrial Key Biodiversity Areas are covered by protected areas in average in 2021

In American Samoa, 71% of Terrestrial Key Biodiversity Areas (KBAs) are covered by protected areas in average in 2021. This is one of the highest rate reported in the Pacific. KBAs are the most important places in the world for species and their habitats…

Five days focussing on Education

A week-long focus on the educational challenges and advancements of the Pacific. As a region, the Pacific has been making strides in strengthening the quality of education with the vision to empower the Pacific people to live free, healthy and…

Stat of the week: French is spoken in 4 Pacific Island Countries and Territories

Did you know? In the region, French is spoken in 4 Pacific Island Countries and Territories: French Polynesia, New Caledonia, Vanuatu, and Wallis & Futuna. 20th March is French Language Day. French is spoken by more than 300 million people. (Source:…

The Largest Pacific Regional Forum on National Human Rights Institutions concluded with an outcomes document

Participants from Tonga and PNG at the NHRI Forum  - SPC
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