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Indonesia’s political system has ‘failed’ its minorities – like West Papuans
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How Pacific environmental defenders are coping with the covid pandemic
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Sir Collin Tukuitonga criticises RFK Jr’s measles claims, slams health misinformation
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Better immunisation coverage needed to prevent Pacific measles, says WHO
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Former broadcast minister defends NZ journalism fund, state-funded media independence
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Pacific media should be supported post-covid, says PJR report
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