Sheldon Chanel

Journalist turned communications professional at @UNCDF Pacific. Opinions are my own. RTs are not endorsements.

[Sheldon Chanel @sschanel16]

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[Dr Shailendra B Singh @ShailendraBSing]

Welcome, KRI dr. Wahidin Sudirohusodo-991, IndonesianNavy's top hospital ship on humanitarian & diplomatic mission. Warmly received by @piotikoduaduafj who emphasised cultural & linguistic ties, noting that early Fijians may have originated from the Indonesian archipelago:

[Dr Bal Kama @BalYKama]

PNG Chief Justice Sir Gibbs Salika on my book: “The major contention of the book for there to be a rethink of the character of the PNG judiciary should invoke much interest. Through its analysis of the various powers of the judiciary, Kama argues for a departure from narrow…1/2

[UNDP Pacific Office in Fiji @UNDP_Pacific]

At an event yesterday, our Resident Rep @TuyaLive hailed Reserve Bank of Fiji for winning the prestigious Nestor Espenilla Jr. #FinancialInclusion #Innovation Award, describing it as a testament to the power of collaboration, innovation, and determination to leave no one behind

[Sheldon Chanel @sschanel16]

And next week?

[fijivillage @fijivillage]

Unruly behaviour will not be tolerated this week, Police warns
#FijiNews📰 #TeamFiji 🇫🇯#Police https://t.co/aQ1wplU4V4 via @fijivillage,fijivillage

[EU in the Pacific 🇪🇺 @EUPasifika]

''Equipping Pacific Islanders with the skills and knowledge to better navigate the world’s growing digital landscape will strengthen communities against cybersecurity risks, such as fraud and theft", says @askoltu in a webinar organised by @UNCDF

https://t.co/AfcUdMMLFf

[Dr Amanda H A Watson @ahawatson]

There's just a fortnight left to submit abstracts for a conference about the #media industry in the #Pacific region in #Fiji in July hosted by @UniSouthPacific.
https://t.co/GWlAPFRWEF
@ShailendraBSing @anudpa @DavidRobie @jemimagar @PSC_ANU @newsroom_the @broadcasing @CainTess

[UN Fiji, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu & Vanuatu @UNinFiji]

UN Resident Coordinator @DirkWagenerUN highlights the immense potential of parametric insurance for resilience and sustainable development in the region. With the support of @UNCDF, innovative financial instruments like loans, guarantees, and grants are driving prosperity and reducing poverty. Together, let's build a resilient future for all!

#ParametricInsurance #SustainableDevelopment #UNCDF #PacificRegion

[Sheldon Chanel @sschanel16]

Why?

[The Fiji Times @fijitimes]

#LOCALNEWS | Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) deputy director David Cohen is in the country.

It is understood that Mr Cohen will be meeting with officials during his visit.

#TimesNews #FijiNews #CIA https://t.co/HzPxh1GnwI

[Aubrey Belford @AubreyBelford]

Pacific journos! @OCCRP is still advertising for a regional investigative reporter. If you're interested, please check this listing for instructions on how to apply: https://t.co/YyDbp7idF2

[Sheldon Chanel @sschanel16]

@NKrishnan65

[UN Capital Development Fund @UNCDF]

🟩 The #COP28 Side-event: “Lessons Learned from Implementing Climate Risk Insurance Solutions in the Pacific," was started with opening remarks from Krishnan Narasimhan, PICAP Programme Manager and Lead Insurance and Climate Adaptation Specialist (@UNCDFDigital). #COP28UAE

[UN Capital Development Fund @UNCDF]

🟩 Today is Day 4 of #COP28UAE 2023 in Dubai's #ExpoCity! #COP28

[外交部 Ministry of Foreign Affairs, ROC (Taiwan) 🇹🇼 @MOFA_Taiwan]

This year’s Pacific Islands Leadership Program, co-organized by #Taiwan🇹🇼 & @EastWestCenter, has officially commenced! Conceived by the then @USAsiaPacific🇺🇸 head Kurt Campbell, the visionary project has trained 150+ people from our #Pacific allies & driven regional prosperity.

[Dr Shailendra B Singh @ShailendraBSing]

Great day for @UniSouthPacific journalism BA graduates @SefetiSera Tikotikovatu-Sefeti and Mannishka Lal. @sschanel16 graduated with an MA in International Relations and Diplomacy.

[Dr. Erja Askola @askoltu]

Hon Member of #EuropeanParliament and Chair of Foreign Affairs Committee @davidmcallister will be speaking at #USP in Suva on 1/8.

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to engage with a high caliber European parliamentarian in Fiji!

[RNZ Pacific @RNZPacific]

The owner of a popular 5-star floating bar and restaurant in Fiji denies claims that his staff are ill-equipped and untrained to respond to emergencies after the death of a Chinese tourist following a water-based incident earlier this month.
https://t.co/54NVsDerjs

[ABC Pacific @ABCPacific]

Fijian authorities are investigating after Suva's Walu Bau river turned blue yesterday.

The river, which separates the city’s central business district from the industrial segment of the city, changed colour on Tuesday afternoon. (1/3)