A new forensic laboratory is set to strengthen the Vanuatu Police's investigation of serious crimes; officially opened in Port Vila, the facility will enable the collection and development of stronger evidence for prosecution

A building with three classrooms for the primary school in Labultamata, Pentecost, will be constructed by the Japanese government, through the Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security project

The five islands of the Torres archipelago are currently facing a severe water shortage after three and a half months of drought that began in June and are asking for help

The Government of Vanuatu has taken a firm stance against the promotion and defence of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning, intersex, asexual and other (LGBTQIA+) rights, including those funded by development partners or NGOs

The Ministry of Health is currently facing a serious shortage, with 1.360 vacant positions out of 2.525, according to the structure approved in 2017; of the total roles, 1.165 are filled, leaving a considerable number of unfilled positions