Savusavu to host 8th Pacific Media Summit in 2026

The 8th Pacific Media Summit will be held in Savusavu from September 21–25, 2026, bringing together up to 200 media professionals and stakeholders from across the region.

The event, jointly announced by the Fijian Media Association (FMA) and the Pacific Islands News Association (PINA), will be held under the theme “Reaching the Remote: Media and Digital Innovation for a Connected Blue Pacific.”

The biennial summit is PINA’s flagship regional platform for dialogue, collaboration and action on media development issues.

It provides space for journalists, editors, media executives, academics, development partners and donors to address emerging challenges, explore innovation, strengthen professional standards and reinforce the role of independent media in sustainable development.

PINA President Kalafi Moala said the 2026 summit comes at a critical time for the region.

“The Pacific Media Summit continues to be our region’s most important platform for strengthening media solidarity and innovation, ensuring that even the most remote communities are connected, informed and heard,” Mr Moala said.

FMA General Secretary Stanley Simpson welcomed the opportunity for Fiji to host the regional gathering in Savusavu.

“We look forward to welcoming our Pacific colleagues to Savusavu as we explore how media and digital innovation can better serve our island communities and advance a truly connected Blue Pacific,” Mr Simpson said.

The previous Pacific Media Summit was hosted in Niue in September 2024, continuing the practice of rotating the summit among Pacific Island countries to promote inclusive regional participation.

The 2026 summit will feature panel discussions, keynote addresses, technical workshops and networking sessions focusing on digital transformation, media sustainability, emerging technologies, press freedom, climate reporting and inclusive storytelling across remote island communities.

Further details on registration, programme highlights and partnership opportunities are expected to be announced in the coming months.