China's firing of a missile into the South Pacific caused deep concern, but the Pacific Council of Churches noted that they're not the only major power doing it.

The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands government has declared an all-clear following the passage of Super Typhoon Bavi.

The Solomon Islands prime minister launched the 60-page document in Honiara on Monday, which has a strong focus on empowering indigenous Solomon Islanders.

RNZ Pacific has been reliably informed that Fiji players demanded an increase to their allowances on top of their current contractual agreements ahead of their Nations Championship opener.

A foreigner has been appointed as Papua New Guinea's electoral commissioner for the first time.

A round-up of news from around the region, including a new administrator in Tokelau.

The National Weather Service in Guam says tropical storm conditions are gradually easing, but a typhoon warning remains in place for Guam, Rota, Tinian and Saipan.

New Zealand says China's testing launch of a nuclear-capable missile into the South Pacific is at odds with peace and stability in the region.

There are questions over a new agreeement between PNG's cabinet and the country's anti-corruption body.

Jared Novelly arrived in Wellington last week and is expected to travel to Niue, the Cook Islands and Samoa within the next month to present his credentials.

China's missile test in the South Pacific is "extremely unwelcome behaviour", New Zealand deputy Prime Minister David Seymour says.

Australia's Prime Miniser Anthony Albanese says the treaties represent one of the most significant endeavours Australia has undertaken with any country.

Marshall Islands Finance Minister David Paul said funding is now secured, with the plan to spend $100m for Majuro hospital and $60m for Ebeye's new facilities.

Competitive strongman is gaining momentum in the Pacific, despite limited opportunities for athletes to compete close to home.

The National Weather Service in Guam says the category 5 storm is forecast to remain near this intensity through Tuesday, as it passes through the Marianas.