Commonwealth – Pacific Islands Report

Navigating New Oceans: Reflecting on the Importance of the Commonwealth Youth Forum in Amplifying Indigenous Pacific Youth Voices in High-Level Decision-Making

September 26, 2024 CHOGM, Commonwealth, Governance, Indigenous, Pacific, Stories, Youth

The Independent State of Samoa will host the 2024 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in October, thus becoming the first Small Island Developing State in the Pacific to do so (The Commonwealth 2023). This means that the country’s youth will have the opportunity to host the Commonwealth Youth Forum, and that the young people of the Pacific Commonwealth member states will have a more direct influence upon its proceedings and outcomes.

India’s Independent Pivot to the Pacific Reimagines Old Ties

May 26, 2024 Commonwealth, Economy, India, Indo-Pacific, Security, Stories

“India’s Independent Pivot to the Pacific Reimagines Old Ties” contemplates India’s historical and contemporary position in the Indo-Pacific region, especially with the Pacific Islands. As India seeks to expand its presence and diplomatic footprint through Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Act East Policy, leveraging old and new forums for dialogue and cooperation will be to India’s advantage as it builds relationships in the Pacific.