Scoop has an Ethical Paywall
Australia warns of lost generation in Pacific
Australia warns of lost generation in Pacific
The Australian foreign minister, Alexander Downer, says Pacific nations are at risk of a lost generation of young people if nothing is done to promote economic growth in the region.
In launching a report about the Pacific in Sydney, Mr Downer warned that without an improved economic outlook, the future of the Pacific region was bleak.
But he remained optimistic nations in the region can build a better future because of their vast natural and human resources.
He says good governance and good political leadership, effective investment, clear property rights, trade and access to markets and a lot of persistence can make a very big difference to the fortunes of any country.
RNZ
New Zealand's public broadcaster, providing comprehensive NZ news and current affairs, specialist audio features and documentaries.
Radio New Zealand is a Crown entity established under the Radio New Zealand Act 1995. Radio New Zealand News are vital elements in our programming, providing impartial news and information to New Zealanders every day. Radio New Zealand (RNZ) provides listeners with exciting and independent radio programmes in accordance with the Radio New Zealand Charter.
UN News: Healing Page By Page In Earthquake-affected Türkiye
Save The Children: Rate Of Attacks On Healthcare in Gaza Higher Than In Any Other Conflict Since 2018
UN News: Green Light For New Cholera Vaccine, Ukraine Attacks Condemned, Action Against Racism
Laureus: Grand Slam Champion Garbiñe Muguruza Announces Retirement Ahead Of Laureus World Sports Awards
Carbon Market Watch: Going For Green - Is The Paris Olympics Winning The Race Against The Climate Clock?
New Zealand Defence Force: NZDF Working With Pacific Neighbours To Support Solomon Islands Election