Henry Puna
Political uncertainty continues in Cooks
Six months after the Cook Islands general election the result remains uncertain, with another by-election pending in Aitutaki next month and political parties still vying for voters' attention. Audio
New partnership to promote ocean conservation
A United States conservation group is partnering with a New Zealand university to boost research into marine conservation in the Pacific. Audio
Cook Islands Party election victory marred
The Cook Islands Party election victory marred by accusations of bribery and miscounts from the rival Democratic Party. Audio
NZ's realm countries tentatively celebrate new pension rules
There are mixed reactions to New Zealand's proposed law change to superannuation portability for the Pacific realm countries. Audio
Small Pacific states hope for real action on climate change
Pacific Island leaders summit underway in Majuro with climate change at the top of the agenda. Audio
Forum not threatend by rise of MSG - Forum chair
Pacific Islands Forum chairman, Henry Puna, welcomes the rise of sub-regional groups in the Pacific, but says the Forum will remain the overarching body. Audio
