PRSH in the media
'Growing issue': Concerns for Samoa as meth spreads across Pacific
There are grave concerns for Samoa as it succumbs to a tidal wave of methamphetamine spreading across the Pacific, with new lines of drug and gun smuggling opening up.
Transnational crime expert on emerging Pacific meth trends
A transnational crime expert is warning of alarming methamphetamine trends emerging across the Pacific.
From transit hub to drug market: Criminal syndicates transform Pacific threats
The seizure of 4.8 kilograms of crystal methamphetamine in Fiji this month sheds light on the level of criminal infiltration and insider threat in the agencies entrusted with safeguarding the nation.
Expert warns Fiji could become a semi-narco state
As Fiji grapples with a growing HIV outbreak driven by a methamphetamine crisis, an expert warns the country could become a semi-narco state.
Major court case begins in Fiji: 4.15 tonnes of meth seized amid rising Pacific drug concerns
Eight people face serious charges of drug importation and possession linked to operations in late 2023 and early 2024 in Nadi.
Fiji PM's major cabinet reshuffle is costly attempt to rebrand - Ratuva
An expert on Fiji politics claims prime minister Sitiveni Rabuka’s costly cabinet reshuffle is a power grab, and attempt to rebrand himself.
'Political dynamics in Fiji are unpredictable': Will Ratu Tevita Mara step into politics?
A Fijian political commentator predicts that Ratu Tevita Mara could well become prime minister in the future, once he gains chiefly status.
Prof Ratuva: Fiji may see rise of certain ‘unpopular’ politicians
Fiji’s political landscape remains unpredictable, with the potential resurgence of “unpopular” politicians despite past scandals, says Professor Steven Ratuva.
Delinquent juvenile or neocolonial paternalism?
The recent diplomatic spat between New Zealand and the Cook Islands may come down to differing interpretations of “consultation”. But, to many in the Pacific, New Zealand’s handling reeks of neocolonial paternalism, writes Professor Steven Ratuva.