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U.S. Engagement in the Pacific Islands: 2022 Pacific Islands Conference of Leaders
The United States is a proud Pacific nation with a long coastline, a state, and territories in the Pacific. We have deep and longstanding ties to the countries of the Pacific: our neighbors, allies, and friends. The Pacific Islands are an...

Deal with our 'culture wars' to combat democratic backsliding - President Obama
President Obama was in conversation with Obama Foundation Leaders from Mali, Palau, Belarus and Argentina WASHINGTON D.C., DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA , UNITED STATES, November 18, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Keeping young people engaged in governance...

Tourism Source Market Predicted to Hit USD 1.1 Trillion by 2032, with a 6.6% CAGR
Based on booking channels, the mobile application segment had the major Tourism Source Market Share and is likely to remain dominant during the forecast period WILMINGTON, DELAWARE, UNITED STATES, July 21, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Tourism...

Tourism Event Market Forecast 2032: Reaching USD 2501 billion with a 4.6% CAGR
Based on type, Exhibition and conference segment had the major Tourism Event Market Share and is likely to remain dominant during the forecast period. WILMINGTON, DELAWARE, UNITED STATES, July 28, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- According to a new...

DOH REPORTS TRAVEL-RELATED DENGUE CASE ON OʻAHU
Posted on Jul 30, 2024 in Newsroom HONOLULU — The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) reports one new travel-related dengue virus case on Oʻahu. The affected person traveled to a region where dengue is known to be spread. DOH teams were deployed...

Tourism Source Market to Expand at a CAGR of 6.6% will Reach US$ 1.1 Trillion by the End of 2032
Based on booking channels, the mobile application segment had the major Tourism Source Market Share and is likely to remain dominant during the forecast period WILMINGTON, DELAWARE, UNITED STATES, July 12, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Tourism...

Top 10 Reasons to Visit this Gem in the Federated States of Micronesia
The Pacific Ocean holds a treasure trove of hidden gems, and Yap in the Federated States of Micronesia, is one such jewel just waiting to be discovered. With its untouched nature, rich cultural heritage, and breathtaking underwater wonders, Yap is...

3.3% GROWTH EXPECTED IN THE PACIFIC REGION IN 2024, 4% IN 2025 — ADB
3.3% GROWTH EXPECTED IN THE PACIFIC REGION IN 2024, 4% IN 2025 — ADB MANILA, PHILIPPINES (11 April 2023) — Economic growth in the Pacific is projected to moderate in 2024 before picking up in 2025, according to the Asian Development Outlook (ADO)...

Lynk and Vodafone Cook Islands to Begin Sat2Phone Service for Subscribers
Announcement marks second mobile network operator in the world to begin sat2phone services with Lynk Falls Church, Va. (ANTARA/Business Wire)- Lynk Global, Inc. (Lynk), the world's leading sat2phone telecoms provider, and Vodafone Cook Islands,...

Tourism Source Market Anticipated to Attain $1.1 Trillion By 2032, at 6.6% CAGR | Latest Trends and Growth Opportunities
Based on booking channels, the mobile application segment had the major Tourism Source Market Share and is likely to remain dominant during the forecast period WILMINGTON, DELAWARE, UNITED STATES, June 25, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Tourism...

Call for Project Concepts: Enhancing Gender Equality Outcomes in the Pacific Developing Member Countries
Background Gender issues vary across the Pacific developing member countries (DMCs) because of various intersecting factors such as levels of economic development; social, cultural, and gender norms; population size and migration trends; as well...

Global Leaders Advance 30% Ocean Protection at Our Ocean Conference Greece
World leaders convened at the Our Ocean Conference in Athens, Greece to share progress toward the goal of 30% full protection of the world’s ocean before 2030. ATHENS, GREECE, April 16, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- World leaders convened at the...

News Release – DOH Reports Travel-Related Dengue Cases on Kauaʻi and Maui
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH KA ʻOIHANA OLAKINO JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR KE KIA‘ĀINA KENNETH S. FINK, MD, MGA, MPH DIRECTOR KA LUNA HO‘OKELE DOH REPORTS TRAVEL-RELATED DENGUE CASES ON KAUAʻI AND MAUI FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 8, 2024 24-093 HONOLULU –...

News Release – DOH Reports Travel-Related Dengue Cases on Kauaʻi and Maui
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH KA ʻOIHANA OLAKINO JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR KE KIA‘ĀINA KENNETH S. FINK, MD, MGA, MPH DIRECTOR KA LUNA HO‘OKELE DOH REPORTS TRAVEL-RELATED DENGUE CASES ON KAUAʻI AND MAUI FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 8, 2024 24-093 HONOLULU –...

DOH REPORTS TRAVEL-RELATED DENGUE CASES ON KAUAʻI AND MAUI
Posted on Jul 8, 2024 in Newsroom HONOLULU – The Hawaiʻi Department of Health (DOH) reported two separate travel-related dengue virus cases, one on Kauaʻi and one on Maui. The affected individuals traveled to a region where dengue is known to be...

Closing Remarks of Governor Arnold I. Palacios- 2024 Micronesian Islands Forum
As we bring this forum to a close, I thank you, Madame Chair, my fellow Marianas governor, for your leadership and hospitality, and all the leaders of Micronesia for coming together these past few days in the spirit of friendship and...

Tourism Source Market to rise up to the USD 1.1 Trillion by 2032 and to grow at a CAGR of 6.6%
Based on booking channels, the mobile application segment had the major Tourism Source Market Share and is likely to remain dominant during the forecast period WILMINGTON, DELAWARE, UNITED STATES, June 16, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Tourism...

Planet Ocean Underwater Hotels Announces World Raffle for Coral Reef Restoration
The project will be the world’s largest coral reef restoration funding program. Program was first announced opening day at UN Climate Accords in Paris. SOUTH PACIFIC ISLANDS , April 29, 2021 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Planet Ocean Underwater Hotels,...

Remittances Slowed in 2023, Expected to Grow Faster in 2024
WASHINGTON, June 26, 2024—After a period of strong growth during 2021-2022, officially recorded remittance flows to low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) moderated in 2023, reaching an estimated $656 billion, according to the World Bank’s...

Employment Services and Labour Compliance Division
Employment policy Raymond August, Chief of the Division of Employment Services and Labour Compliance, shared his thoughts on the development of National Employment Policy (NEP) for Inclusive Economic Diversification and Environmental...