27 May 2026, Alofi – The Pacific’s efforts to strengthen early warning systems and climate resilience continue to gather momentum across the region, namely in Kiribati, Niue and Papua New Guinea.

It follows the completion of the Weather Ready Pacific (WRP) Programme specialised Common Alerting Protocol (CAP) training. CAP is a globally recognised standard and messaging format that enables faster, clearer and more coordinated emergency warnings across multiple communication channels simultaneously. 

9 April 2026, Alofi – Niue has welcomed enhanced connectivity to support its weather monitoring and forecasting operations after the Weather Ready Pacific (WRP) Programme handed over three new Starlink satellite internet units to the Niue Meteorological Service.

The timing is particularly significant.

Alofi, Niue – In a small island nation where a single passing storm can affect every household, the ability to communicate timely and clear weather information is more than a technical challenge: it is a matter of community safety. On 24-25 March 2026, representatives from Niue Meteorological Services, government sectors, the National Disaster Management Office (NDMO), communications companies, women’s groups, community elders, and local media came together for a two-day training facilitated by the Weather Ready Pacific