Port Denarau, Fiji | 8 October 2026
Leaders of the Melanesian Spearhead Group (MSG) convened on 7 October 2026 for a Special Leaders’ Session in Port Denarau, Fiji, on the margins of the Pacific pre-COP31.
Chaired by the Prime Minister of Fiji and MSG Chair, Hon. Sitiveni Rabuka, the Special Session brought together the Prime Ministers of Fiji, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands and Vanuatu, together with Monsieur Romuald Pidjot representing the President of the Front de Libération Nationale Kanak et Socialiste (FLNKS). The Special Session was supported by the Director General of the MSG Secretariat, Dr. Anna Naupa.
Leaders exchanged views on developments across the Melanesian region and discussed measures to strengthen cooperation, solidarity and Melanesian relations of the MSG.
As part of their broader consideration of regional issues, Leaders shared concern over increasing reports of human rights violations and the challenges faced by the Indigenous Melanesian people of West Papua.
In this context, Leaders shared their commitment for elevated political advocacy through constructive engagement and dialogue with Indonesia in recognition of their sovereignty and territorial integrity.
In the Melanesian Way, peaceful efforts are always encouraged when addressing sensitive matters with a focus on protection and safety of people and their human rights.
The Special Session concluded with a renewed commitment by leaders to work together in pursuit of a peaceful, stable and prosperous Melanesia for the benefit of present and future generations.
