economy (general)

The Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting begins in Tonga with many big questions, ranging from the region’s banking crisis to New Caledonia’s unrest.

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Closing the gender gap in the Pacific Islands is an ambitious task, but there are concrete, practical steps that can be taken to accelerate progress.

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As Pacific Island nations navigate their way out of pandemic debt, work abroad schemes could help.

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The push for large-scale monoculture plantations of oil palm is taking a toll on the environment and on people’s economic and social security.

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Understanding why chronic gamblers chase wins could help develop strategies to better control their behaviour.

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Indonesia’s online gambling problem is huge. Four million people lost more than $US20 billion in 2023 and 80,000 of them were under 10.

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With many Australians experiencing ‘power bill shock’, here are some practical ways to drive down power bills and stay warm this winter.

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As Paris prepares to host the Olympic Games, the question remains if the game holds the same value to audiences and corporations as it once did.

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Within Australia’s borders lies an untapped, skilled and motivated workforce: refugees, ready to contribute and thrive.

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The election results have proven that “Modi’s guarantee” is no longer enough. The people of India want stronger policies on employment and agriculture.

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China’s rapid rise is slowing down, prompting strategic shifts that could have ripple effects for the entire geopolitical order.

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