Deep sea mining regulations on the agenda as International Seabed Authority Assembly kicks off
Delegates from around the world arrive in Jamaica for the International Seabed Authority Assembly, where regulations for deep sea mining may be finalised.
Hopes of Bougainville independence grows after leaders sign the Melanesian Agreement.
US aid cuts threaten a massive infrastructure project designed to provide clean water for the population of Timor-Leste's capital city Dili.
Solomon Islands celebrates 47 years since becoming independent from British rule.
The sprint king and queens of the Pacific Mini Games are crowned in Palau.
And statistics reveal a sharp decline in marriges in Fiji.
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