Category: Research & Policy

Best identified as a massive archipelago comprising countries with many islands, the Pacific region is unique. Masses of water separate the countries, and within themselves, the islands are separated by spans of ocean. Its geographical location and composition provide its share of challenges, which include a high cost of travel as limited time schedules demand […]

The actual incidence of COVID-19 infections in Pacific Island Countries (PICs) has been minimal, outside some of the French and US Territories. However, overall, the economic and social impact of the pandemic has been substantial and potentially catastrophic. This includes a significant effect on food security and nutrition – which has been largely driven by […]