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Pacific Review

ABC Radio Australia
Papua New Guinea
Vanuatu
Australia
Fiji
Samoa
Solomon Islands
Tonga
Pacific Islands
China
Climate Change
Pope Francis
Donald Trump
Pacific Region
Port Vila
New Zealand
NRL
Cook Islands
Miss Pacific Pageant
Rugby League
Bougainville

A comprehensive roundup of the major stories from the region and the people involved and affected by them.

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Several Tongan women detail how they were lured into arranged marriages in China.

More than 300 foreign workers have been arrested as Timor-Leste cracks down on suspected scam centres in the capital, Dili.

Pacific leaders have condemned China's test firing of an intercontinental ballistic missile into the Pacific Ocean, just hours after Australia signed a new security treaty with Fiji.

El Nino weather system already being felt across the Pacific with predictions worse is to come.

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Recent Guests

Lide Mavono
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Tevuloni Tangimote
Como Island resident
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Chone Lendua
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Jen Parker
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University of Western Australia
Episode: 'Maybe they'll come looking for their drugs': locals worried after cocaine washes up on remote Fijian islands
Marion Kupu
Tonga reporter
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Fa'anana Jerome Gray
Singer and songwriter
Episode: 'Maybe they'll come looking for their drugs': locals worried after cocaine washes up on remote Fijian islands
Sinapi Longovi'i
Local artist and songwriter
Episode: 'Maybe they'll come looking for their drugs': locals worried after cocaine washes up on remote Fijian islands
Whānau Nājarom Grey
Musician
Episode: 'Maybe they'll come looking for their drugs': locals worried after cocaine washes up on remote Fijian islands
Raymond Simeku
Councillor from Baon village
Baon village council
Episode: Floating volcanic rock chokes islands in PNG

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Evan Wasuka
Host of Pacific Review; ABC News Australia coverage and regional reporting.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • Great summary of key issues from Pacific

    This long term ABC Radio production provides an immediate snapshot of current affairs from Pacific countries. Critical listening for professionals working in the region and important news program for the region.

    Apple Podcasts
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    SSeymour
    Australia7 years ago
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    Apple Podcasts
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    Marcus Chrapot
    Australia14 years ago

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Solid sourcing and on‑the‑ground reporting—great for stakeholders needing quick context.
Punchy, concise regional snapshots that cut through noise.
Gives a diverse range of voices from politics to culture, though episode length can be dense for casual listeners.

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Monkeys in Palau: How Germany's colonial past, WWII and US military plans have fuelled an ecological calamity
Q: What potential solutions are being discussed to address both conservation and livelihood concerns?
Possible approaches include creating a sanctuary to divert tourism away from crops, developing controlled hunting or breeding programs, and leveraging international dialogue to secure support or compensation, while seeking to avoid harming the animals.
Monkeys in Palau: How Germany's colonial past, WWII and US military plans have fuelled an ecological calamity
Q: What is driving the current monkey problem on Angaur?
A combination of historical introduction during colonial phosphate mining, wartime displacement, and later land-clearing for the US military radar project has pushed the monkeys into populated areas and intensified crop damage.
Australia could pay Nauru $2.5 billion to resettle refugees
Q: What is the single most urgent issue with the Palm Scheme that the Australian government should look to resolve immediately?
The most important issue is enabling workers to change employers without fear of retaliation or deportation, which would reduce exploitation and empower workers to seek better conditions from the outset.
Palau president disappointed with Trump's climate hoax speech
Q: What are your thoughts on Donald Trump's speech and the climate issue at the UN?
Palau's president expresses disappointment and emphasizes the need for developed countries to take responsibility for climate challenges, highlighting sea-level rise and the broader Pacific impact, while reaffirming ongoing collaboration with international partners.
Tonga's new PM vows to unite parliament
Q: How do you address concerns that your leadership could affect Tonga's democratic reforms?
I reaffirm that there have been no legislative or constitutional changes undermining reforms; the current government intends to maintain the reform trajectory and ensure greater representation and accountability.

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A regional current affairs show that stitches together crime, climate, politics, sport, and international diplomacy across the Pacific. Episodes frequently feature on‑the‑ground reporting from ABC correspondents, expert commentary from academics and policymakers, and input from regional business and community voices. Listeners get a broad, issue‑driven view of how regional dynamics—ranging from governance and security to energy, migration, and environmental policy—shape everyday life. The program stands out for its multi-segment format, diverse guest roster, and a knack for translating complex regional issues into accessible, real‑world relevance for professionals who need timely, credible Pacific insights.

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2. Tevuloni Tangimote
3. Chone Lendua
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5. Marion Kupu
6. Fa'anana Jerome Gray
7. Sinapi Longovi'i
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