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September 27, 2023
By Lydia Lewis, RNZ Pacific journalist The New Zealand government has given its full blessing to Cook Islands and Niue establishing diplomatic relations with the United States. At the US-Pacific summit on Monday (Washington time), President Joe Biden said he recognised the two island nations as sovereign and independent states, an announcement which the US ... <a title="NZ govt ‘welcomes’ US diplomatic relations with Cook Islands, Niue" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2023/09/27/nz-govt-welcomes-us-diplomatic-relations-with-cook-islands-niue/" aria-label="Read more about NZ govt ‘welcomes’ US diplomatic relations with Cook Islands, Niue">Read more</a>
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September 27, 2023
ANALYSIS: By Ella Stewart, RNZ News longform journalist, Te Ao Māori National Party leader Christopher Luxon made claims about health outcomes that were clearly false. Why was he left unchallenged? In the TVNZ leaders’ debate last night, Luxon and Labour’s Chris Hipkins had a testy exchange over Māori healthcare. Hipkins held firm on the creation ... <a title="NZ election 2023: Exposing National leader Christopher Luxon’s Māori health falsehood in debate" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2023/09/27/nz-election-2023-exposing-national-leader-christopher-luxons-maori-health-falsehood-in-debate/" aria-label="Read more about NZ election 2023: Exposing National leader Christopher Luxon’s Māori health falsehood in debate">Read more</a>
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September 26, 2023
A recent webinar hosted by the Pacific Network on Globalisation (PANG) brought together minds from across the region to delve into the intricate issues of the digital economy and data value. The webinar’s focus was clear — shed light on who was shaping the rules of the digital landscape and how these rules were taking ... <a title="Bid to protect Pacific indigenous knowledge in the global digital space" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2023/09/26/bid-to-protect-pacific-indigenous-knowledge-in-the-global-digital-space/" aria-label="Read more about Bid to protect Pacific indigenous knowledge in the global digital space">Read more</a>
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September 26, 2023
RNZ News New Zealand’s Green Party says it will double the Best Start payment from $69 a week to $140 — and it will also make it available for all children under three years. Greens co-leader Marama Davidson announced the policy today, saying it is part of a “fully costed plan” paid for with a ... <a title="NZ election 2023: Green Party pledges to double Best Start payment" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2023/09/26/nz-election-2023-green-party-pledges-to-double-best-start-payment/" aria-label="Read more about NZ election 2023: Green Party pledges to double Best Start payment">Read more</a>
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September 26, 2023
By Marjorie Finkeo in Port Moresby The rise in social media platforms uploading naked pictures of women and girls has come to the attention of the Censorship Board in Papua New Guinea with Chief Censor Jim Abani warning about the dangers. In what many have termed as cyber bullying, a picture of women or girls ... <a title="PNG’s Chief Censor warns over ‘fake nudes’ harassment of young girls" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2023/09/26/pngs-chief-censor-warns-over-fake-nudes-harassment-of-young-girls/" aria-label="Read more about PNG’s Chief Censor warns over ‘fake nudes’ harassment of young girls">Read more</a>
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September 26, 2023
By Lydia Lewis, RNZ Pacific journalist Pacific youth climate champion Suluafi Brianna Fruean has likened her first time in the United Nations building to primary school. “It was my first time being in the [UN] General Assembly space,” Suluafi said. “I sat there and I was watching everyone and it kind of reminded me of ... <a title="Pacific climate warrior says ‘name who we’re fighting – the fossil fuel industry’" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2023/09/26/pacific-climate-warrior-says-name-who-were-fighting-the-fossil-fuel-industry/" aria-label="Read more about Pacific climate warrior says ‘name who we’re fighting – the fossil fuel industry’">Read more</a>
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September 25, 2023
By Eleisha Foon, RNZ Pacific journalist The Pacific Election 2023 debate kicked off today with one of the most pressing issues for Pacific communties — an amnesty for overstayers. The Dawn Raids apology was two years ago, and weeks out from the election, the Labour Party has announced it would offer a lifeline for long-term ... <a title="NZ election 2023: Overstayers issue kicks off Pacific communities debate" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2023/09/25/nz-election-2023-overstayers-issue-kicks-off-pacific-communities-debate/" aria-label="Read more about NZ election 2023: Overstayers issue kicks off Pacific communities debate">Read more</a>
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September 25, 2023
The 2023 general election campaign must be the most hollow in living memory. There really isn’t much that is positive or attractive about the electoral options on offer. This is an election without inspiration. There is a definite gloominess among the public right now — with a perception that not only is the country broken ... <a title="NZ election 2023: Bryce Edwards: The most hollow campaign in living memory" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2023/09/25/nz-election-2023-bryce-edwards-the-most-hollow-campaign-in-living-memory/" aria-label="Read more about NZ election 2023: Bryce Edwards: The most hollow campaign in living memory">Read more</a>
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September 25, 2023
SPECIAL REPORT: By Yamin Kogoya Prominent West Papuan independence activist Victor Yeimo was yesterday released from prison in Jayapura, Indonesia’s occupied capital of West Papua, sparking a massive celebration among thousands of Papuans. His release has ignited a spirit of unity among Papuans in their fight against what they refer to as racism, colonialism, and ... <a title="Release of Victor Yeimo from Indonesian prison rekindles West Papuan fight against racism" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2023/09/25/release-of-victor-yeimo-from-indonesian-prison-rekindles-west-papuan-fight-against-racism/" aria-label="Read more about Release of Victor Yeimo from Indonesian prison rekindles West Papuan fight against racism">Read more</a>
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September 24, 2023
COMMENTARY: By John Mitchell in Suva On Thursday, the whole world celebrated the International Day of Peace. Although the UN day is not as famous as others, like World Press Freedom Day, International Women’s Day or World Teacher’s Day, it is important nevertheless. The UN General Assembly has set aside the special day to help ... <a title="John Mitchell: Blessed are the peacemakers – why this day is so vital" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2023/09/24/john-mitchell-blessed-are-the-peacemakers-why-this-day-is-so-vital/" aria-label="Read more about John Mitchell: Blessed are the peacemakers – why this day is so vital">Read more</a>
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September 24, 2023
Pacific Media Watch The International Press Institute (IPI) has condemned the arrest and interrogation of French journalist Ariane Lavrilleux and demanded her immediate release. She was released after 39 hours in custody. IPI has also called on French law enforcement authorities to ensure full respect for international media freedom standards on source protection. Lavrilleux, a ... <a title="IPI condemns arrest of investigative journalist Ariane Lavrilleux over ‘Egypt papers’" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2023/09/24/ipi-condemns-arrest-of-investigative-journalist-ariane-lavrilleux-over-egypt-papers/" aria-label="Read more about IPI condemns arrest of investigative journalist Ariane Lavrilleux over ‘Egypt papers’">Read more</a>
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September 23, 2023
By Meri Radinibaravi in Suva A recent investigation by The Fiji Times has found that former attorney-general and FijiFirst party (FF) general-secretary Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum did not declare the value of shares he owns in two companies, as per the asset declarations filed with the Fijian Elections Office since 2017. Section 24 of the Political Parties ... <a title="Spotlight on Fiji’s former AG Sayed-Khaiyum over undeclared wealth" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2023/09/23/spotlight-on-fijis-former-ag-sayed-khaiyum-over-undeclared-wealth/" aria-label="Read more about Spotlight on Fiji’s former AG Sayed-Khaiyum over undeclared wealth">Read more</a>
