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US Marines Departing Okinawa may Threaten Critical Ecosystems in The Marianas

By Kieren Rudge
The Pacific Japan
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New US Embassy Opens in Tonga during Blinken’s Historic Visit

By Jordan Cheney
Asia The Pacific
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New COFA Treaties to be Ratified Pending Congressional Approval

By Jordan Cheney
Asia The Pacific
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Local Communities Drive Typhoon Recovery and Climate Resilience in Guam

By Kieren Rudge
The Pacific
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Diversity and Disparities Among AAPI Communities in Higher Education

By Kieren Rudge
The Pacific Asia
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Potential National Maritime Sanctuary in “Remote Islands” Recalls the History of the United States in the Pacific

By Josh Downes
The Pacific
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Fighting for the “Right to Fight:” Black contributions to the Pacific Theatre of World War II

By Angelo Paule and Alec Weiker
The Pacific Asia
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What’s at Stake for COFA Migrants in the United States as COFA Negotiations Continue

By Alec Weiker
The Pacific Asia
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Hawai'i High School Highlights the Polynesian Community's Dedication to Football

By Robert Kincaid
The Pacific Asia
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The Nevada National Guard’s Growing Security Relationship with Fiji and Tonga

By Alec Weiker
The Pacific Asia
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New Push to Uncover Wartime Bombs in Solomon Islands Amid US Pacific Re-engagement

By Aaron McNicholas
The Pacific Asia
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Palau’s Security and Economic Needs Create Opportunities for Further US- Taiwan Security Cooperation

By Kai-chun Wang
The Pacific Taiwan Asia
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At the 51st Pacific Islands Forum, Leaders Develop a Long-Term Vision for the Region

By Olivia Zeiner-Morrish
The Pacific
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Bringing the Tropics to the Tundra: Pacific Islanders in Alaska

By Kimery Lynch
The Pacific
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Connecticut Moves Forward with Bill to Mandate Asian American and Pacific Islander Studies in Public Schools

By Mimi MacKilligan
Asia The Pacific
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The East-West Center Launches New Pacific Islands Matter for America Publication On Capitol Hill

By Christina Durham
The Pacific
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Despite Decreased Numbers, Asia Remains Largest Source of International Students and Scholars in the United States

By Sarah Wang
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In the Wake of the Hunga Tonga Eruption, Utahans Rally to Help Tonga

By Michael Di Girolamo
The Pacific
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A Non-Profit in Maryland Provides Monetary Aid to Assist with Tonga’s Volcanic Eruption

By Ruivaldo Freitas Viana
The Pacific
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Tuna Fisheries: A Cornerstone of US-Pacific Engagement

By Michael Di Girolamo
The Pacific
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Fiji Reopens its Borders to American Visitors Just in Time for Winter Travel

By Lily Schlieman
The Pacific
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Video: US Department of the Interior Year in Review: Office of Insular and International Affairs

By US Department of the Interior
The Pacific
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American Samoa’s Real GDP Sees 4% Growth in 2020

By Lily Schlieman
The Pacific
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The 2021 Global Posture Review Highlights an Enhanced Focus on the Pacific Islands

By Lily Schlieman
The Pacific
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American Samoa, Commonwealth of the Northern Marianas, Guam See Population Decreases in 2020 Census

By Lily Schlieman
The Pacific
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US – New Zealand Exhibition Match at FedEx® Field Boosts Hope for USA Rugby’s Future

By Lily Schlieman
The Pacific
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US Navy Seabees Build Schoolhouses in Timor-Leste, Celebrate Commitment to National Education Goals

By Lily Schlieman
Asia The Pacific
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Samoa Elects its First Female Prime Minister, Urges Transformative Policies

By Lily Schlieman
The Pacific
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Universities See Increase in Pacific Island Studies Programs

By Lily Schlieman
The Pacific
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US and Palau Officials Discuss Indo-Pacific Security and a Shared Regional Vision

By Lily Schlieman
The Pacific
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US Launches Projects to Assist Economic Recovery in Pacific Island Nations

By Sophia Glenn
The Pacific Asia
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Arkansas Marshallese Group Receives $25,000 Grant from Tyson Foods

By Sophia Glenn
The Pacific Asia
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United States, Australia, and Japan to Expand Connectivity in Palau

By Lam Tran
The Pacific Asia
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United States Launches Small and Less Populous Island Economies (SALPIE) Initiative to Strengthen Cooperation with Pacific Island Countries

By Ryan Woock
Asia The Pacific
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Increase of Pacific Island Cuisine Contributes to Culinary Diversity of Seattle Area

By Kristin Wilson
The Pacific Asia
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The United States Engages Women in the Pacific Islands Climate Sector

By Kyoko Imai
Asia The Pacific
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Arkansas-Based ‘Marshallese Educational Initiative’ Co-Hosts ‘2021 Nuclear Victims Remembrance Day’ Virtual Event

By Angus Lam
Asia The Pacific
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Asian American Population in the United States Continues to Grow

By Caitlin Brophy
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Chinese Students in the United States Continue to Increase amid Overall Decline in International Students during the Coronavirus Pandemic

By Caitlin Brophy
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Mark Esper becomes first Defense Secretary to visit Palau

By Hanna Foreman
The Pacific Asia
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Wisconsin Guard Selected for State Partnership with Papua New Guinea

By Betty Nen
Asia The Pacific
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US Peace Corps Teams Up with California College Students in Vanuatu

By Madeline Wiltse
Asia The Pacific
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Pacific Island Beverage Finds Growing Popularity in United States

By Julia Wargo
Asia The Pacific
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Veronica Pome’e: Tongan, Activist, and First Polynesian Sports Illustrated Model

By Madeline Wiltse
Asia The Pacific
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Military Partnerships with Pacific Island Countries Strengthen with a Series of Firsts

By Julia Wargo
Asia The Pacific
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The United States Recognizes the Marshallese Community, as Arkansas Leads the Way in Cultural Connections

By Julia Wargo
Asia The Pacific
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Texas and Colorado Welcome the Last Children from Nauru’s Refugee Processing Center

By Julia Wargo
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Nevada and Fiji Partner on Maritime Security

By Caleb Darger
Asia The Pacific