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Pacific Tourism Organisation and Auckland University of Technology complete Data Transfer Agreement.
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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September 7, 2023
The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) and Auckland University of Technology (AUT) have completed the required Data Transfer Agreement under the Pacific Tourism Data Initiative (PTDI). Taking effect from October 1st, 2023, the PTDI will be...
New SPREP guidelines to support Sustainable and Resilient Coastal Development in the Pacific launched
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP)
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September 6, 2023
06 September 2023, Apia Samoa – A landmark set of guidelines developed to support resilient coastal infrastructure development in the Pacific have been launched in Apia, on the margins of the 31st SPREP Meeting of Officials. The ‘Good Practice in...
Factsheets to support Pacific negotiations for Plastics Treaty launched
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP)
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September 6, 2023
5 September 2023, Apia – A series of factsheets aimed at supporting Pacific Island negotiators as they navigate through the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC) process to negotiate a new International legally-binding instrument (ILBI) to...
Tuvalu chairs 31st SPREP Meeting of Officials
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP)
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September 6, 2023
05 September 2023, Apia Samoa - Tuvalu has been appointed Chair of the 31st SPREP Meeting of Officials taking place at Taumeasina Island Resort in Samoa. The Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Justice, Communication and Foreign Affairs,...
Leveraging digital technologies for a resilient Pacific environment
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP)
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September 6, 2023
06 September 2023, Apia – The application and leveraging of digital technologies to address environmental issues was highlighted during a side event at the 31st SPREP Meeting of Officials in Apia, Samoa, on Wednesday. The Vanuatu Klaemet Infomesen...
Prime Minister of Samoa reiterates Pacific leaders’ commitment to the protection of environment
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP)
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September 5, 2023
04 September 2023, Apia Samoa - The gathering of SPREP members, partners and donors in Samoa this week embodies the collective commitment and priority Pacific leaders have placed on the protection and management of environment resources of our...
SPREP enhances partnerships for a resilient Blue Pacific
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP)
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September 5, 2023
04 September 2023, Apia Samoa - The Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) continues to strengthen partnerships for a resilient Blue Pacific through the first SPREP Partnership Dialogue taking place in Samoa, at the...
Nation-wide consultations continue as Solomon Islands moves closer to banning single-use plastics
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP)
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September 1, 2023
Solomon Islands will soon become the latest Pacific Island country to enforce a ban on single-use plastics in its efforts to address the plastic pollution crisis. A series of national consultations have been ongoing to inform, engage and receive...
Barrasso: Pacific Island Allies are Critical to Countering China Threat
U.S. Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources
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July 13, 2023
Click here to watch ranking member Barrasso’s remarks. WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-WY), ranking member of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (ENR), delivered the following remarks at a full committee...
New Schedule of FEMA Community Outreach at Local Stores in Guam
FEMA
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August 26, 2023
In an ongoing effort to support Guam residents on their recovery journey, FEMA Mitigation specialists are dedicated to offering advice and free tips on how to rebuild stronger and safer against storms at some local stores. Beginning Aug. 26, the...
Working together to build resilience across our Pacific
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP)
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July 31, 2023
The Pacific Adaptation to Climate Change and Resilience Building (PACRES) project is scheduled to convene its fourth and final Project Steering Committee Meeting and the Intra-ACP Lessons Learned in Climate Change and Disaster Resilience Workshop...
Tonga Tourism Industry Embraces Digital Transformation with Pacific Digital Champions Training
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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August 23, 2023
Tongan tourism industry leaders and key stakeholders solidified their dedication to embracing digital transformation. This commitment took shape during their participation in the Pacific Digital Champions training program from 15th-16th August,...
Tuvalu Embraces Digital Transformation with SPTO’s Pacific Digital Champions Training Program
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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August 22, 2023
The Tuvalu Department of Tourism and its stakeholders embraced the opportunity to progress digital transformation, through the Pacific Tourism Organisations (SPTO) Pacific Digital Champions training program. Funded by the New Zealand Government...
Yap’s Premiere Dive Resort Top Choice of Divers from Around the World
EIN Presswire
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January 3, 2020
Manta Ray Bay Resort & Yap Divers continue to be chosen among the World's Best dive resorts. COLONIA, YAP, MICRONESIA, January 3, 2020 /EINPresswire.com/ -- There are awards and then there are awards. The two captured this past month by Yap’s...
Yap’s Premiere Dive Resort Top Choice of Divers from Around the World
EIN Presswire
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January 3, 2020
Manta Ray Bay Resort & Yap Divers continue to be chosen among the World's Best dive resorts. COLONIA, YAP, MICRONESIA, January 3, 2020 /EINPresswire.com/ -- There are awards and then there are awards. The two captured this past month by Yap’s...
Forward Edge-AI awarded Phase III SBIR contract with the United States Air Force for Business Process Transformation
EIN Presswire
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August 16, 2023
SBIR technology expected to transform the way data is used at the Air Force SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS, USA, August 16, 2023 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Forward Edge-AI, Inc. (Forward Edge-AI), a rapidly growing Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity...
Palau’s entrepreneurship ecosystem boosted through ‘Start and Improve Your Business’ training
International Labour Organization
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August 16, 2023
Participants in the training, Palau, 2023. © ILO THE REPUBLIC OF PALAU - (ILO News) – Budding entrepreneurs in Palau will be boosted following the delivery of intensive training under the International Labour Organization’s ‘Start and Improve Your...
Astro the Astronaut Doll Disrupts Traditional Gender Norms Facing Young Girls Aspiring To Become Astronauts
EIN Presswire
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August 15, 2023
Empowering Girls to Reach for the Stars: Astro the Astronaut Doll Breaks Barriers and Inspires Dreams CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, UNITED STATES, August 15, 2023 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Astro the Astronaut is paving the way for young girls to become...
Knowledge Sharing – unveiling remarkable achievements, valuable lessons, and opportunities for the Inform Project
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP)
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August 14, 2023
The Inform Project Regional Meeting provided a platform to highlight notable achievements and valuable lessons learned throughout its implementation period. Held on 20 – 21 June, in Nadi, Suva, the meeting presented an array of opportunities that...
Reef management takes centre stage in inaugural Pacific Coral Reef Collective
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP)
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August 14, 2023
10 August 2023, Cairns Australia - Thirty-five coral reef managers from 14 Pacific countries have returned home inspired to continue their work to protect reefs across the region having been in Australia learning from and sharing their knowledge...