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Pacific Beat

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Papua New Guinea
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Vanuatu
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United States
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Olympics
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Flying Fijians

Focusing on the Pacific region, the program brings you interviews with leaders, newsmakers, and people who make the Pacific beat.

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Latest Episodes

New Tongan PM Lord Fakafanua lables concerns over his noble status as 'fear mongering.' Also, a new report outlines how nurses and doctors in the Pacific are being poached by Australia's labour mobility scheme.

A horror week on Australia's roads, with two accidents claiming the lives of three Papua New Guinea nationals. Also, Fiji prime minister Sitiveni Rabuka carries out his third Cabinet reshuffle since coming into power.

Life has returned to normal one year on from Vanuatu's 7.3 magnitude earthquake, but many demolished buildings are yet to be rebuilt and some locals are frustrated at the pace of repairs. Also, the wreckage of a missing Royal Australian Air Force Wor... more

Former Tonga speaker Lord Fakafanua is elected to the top job after winning the majority of votes in yesterday's prime ministers election. Also, a complaint has been lodged against a Japanese mega-bank for its decision to back and raise finance for a... more

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Lord Fakafanua
The newly elected Prime Minister of Tonga
Government of Tonga
Episode: Tongan PM labels concerns over his noble status as 'fear mongering'
Dr. Terisi Vundilo
Anthropologist and museum specialist; assistant professor at California State University, Los Angeles
Episode: Tonga's new leader promises to unite nobles and MPs in the Legislative Assembly
Lopeti Sentuli
Political commentator and former advisor to former Tongan Prime Minister Akaris Pohiva
Episode: Tonga's new leader promises to unite nobles and MPs in the Legislative Assembly
Vihia Wheeler
PhD candidate at the Australian National University and independent researcher for environmental justice in Oceania and Maohinui, French Polynesia
Episode: Tonga's new leader promises to unite nobles and MPs in the Legislative Assembly
Ishmael Karsakal
Opposition leader in Vanuatu
Episode: Vanuatu's parliament ordered to debate no confidence motion
Stephen Jett
ABC's Foreign Affairs reporter
ABC
Episode: Vanuatu's parliament ordered to debate no confidence motion
Dr. Georgi Ravullo
Professor and Chair of Social Work and Policy Studies at the University of Sydney
University of Sydney
Episode: Vanuatu's parliament ordered to debate no confidence motion
Dr. Sherelle Jackson
Samoan scholar and journalist
Episode: Volcanic ashfall damages food gardens on Vanuatu island
Edmund Sak Sak
Community advocate from Port Vila
Episode: Volcanic ashfall damages food gardens on Vanuatu island

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Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 64 ratings
  • Brilliant presenter

    Love this show, so insightful!

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    I love Aggie!

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  • Thank you

    We appreciate what your doing...thank you for keeping us informed...thank you very much and keep this going please

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Audience feedback suggests a desire for continued coverage of under-reported stories from the Pacific region, reflecting a strong community connection and interest.
The quality of content and the expertise of guests are frequently praised, indicating a high level of engagement and satisfaction with the show's focus on vital issues.
Listeners appreciate the insightful perspectives offered, often highlighting the informative nature of the discussions.

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Tongan PM labels concerns over his noble status as 'fear mongering'
Q: What are you now going to do to make sure Tongans have energy security?
The Prime Minister plans to ensure stable fuel supply through improved regularity and regulation, addressing past shortages.
Tongan PM labels concerns over his noble status as 'fear mongering'
Q: How do you respond to concerns that with you as prime minister, Tonga is sliding backwards with its democracy?
Fakafanua argues that there have been no changes to the legislative framework to justify any claims of regression in democracy, maintaining the same democratic principles as established in 2010.
Tongan PM labels concerns over his noble status as 'fear mongering'
Q: What steps will this new government take to ensure unity across the nobles and the people's representatives?
The Prime Minister aims to unify the political parties and maintain stability as a priority for governance.
Tonga's new leader promises to unite nobles and MPs in the Legislative Assembly
Q: What should he be focusing his attention on?
First of all, he's got to work a coalition of ministers in his cabinet that covers the field. In other words, people that were in the human rights and democracy movement.
Tonga's new leader promises to unite nobles and MPs in the Legislative Assembly
Q: What are your intentions on how you're going to unite the nobles and the people's representatives in the next four years?
My intention is to form a cabinet that consists of the best of the 26, so we can have a united front and face the challenges that Tonga needs to overcome in the future.

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What is Pacific Beat about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on the dynamics and developments within the Pacific region, content highlights pressing news stories, political issues, and cultural perspectives. Episodes frequently feature discussions on political developments, including independence movements, legislative changes, and governance challenges across various Pacific nations. Additionally, there is a strong emphasis on social issues, including gender-based violence and environmental concerns, reflecting the current landscape and societal challenges faced by communities. This podcast could appeal to listeners interested in international relations, Pacific politics, cultural insights, and regional collaborations among nations, offering unique perspectives that may not be widely covere... more

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Recent guests on Pacific Beat include:

1. Lord Fakafanua
2. Dr. Terisi Vundilo
3. Lopeti Sentuli
4. Vihia Wheeler
5. Ishmael Karsakal
6. Stephen Jett
7. Dr. Georgi Ravullo
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