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Pacific statistical research and ‘innovative experiments’ proposals sought by 26 April in SPC–World Bank initiative

April 18, 2024
Stakeholders in Pacific statistics and development are invited to put forward proposals for statistical innovation and research that seeks to improve welfare data collection and accessibility in the region, with financing for a range of projects available.

Debt-to-gross domestic product ratios of 6 PICTs, 2012–2021

April 10, 2024
The paper on Debt to gross domestic product ratios of six Pacific Island countries, 2012–2021.

Monitoring and measuring population health

March 21, 2024
Accurate medical certification is important for understanding the health status of a population.

Marshall Islands Workshop to Strengthen CRVS

March 15, 2024
Countries need accurate, reliable mortality data to monitor population health and guide public health decision-making. As well as to complete Voluntary National Reviews of the SDG targets and Healthy Islands Monitoring Framework (HIMF) indicators.

Decadal characteristics of small-scale fishing livelihoods in 13 PICTs

March 1, 2024
Small-scale fisheries are cornerstones of wealth, food, and tradition for people throughout the Pacific region.

PNG CRVS Action Plan (2023-2025)

February 20, 2024
The PNG CRVS Committee, in partnership with the Pacific Community (SPC), has a new comprehensive CRVS Action Plan (2023-2025), with the goal of an immediate increase in birth and death registration rates, ensuring legal identity for all citizens.

Climate Change and Natural Disasters Sourcebook

December 1, 2023
SPC has published a Climate Change and Natural Disasters Sourcebook.

New Tonga Vital Statistics Reports

November 28, 2023
The Tonga National CRVS Committee has now endorsed for release their 2018-2020 Vital Statistics Report.