Voting begins in quake-ravaged Pacific nation of Vanuatu
19 hours ago · Voting began on Thursday to elect a new government in Vanuatu, a month after a 7.3-magnitude earthquake struck the Pacific island nation’s capital Port Vila, killing at least 16 people ...
Quake-stricken Vanuatu heads to polls in snap election
1 day ago · The Pacific nation of Vanuatu votes in a snap general election on Thursday that some observers fear could be a distraction after last month's deadly earthquake. A 7.3-magnitude tremor struck Vanuatu on December 17, rupturing roads, toppling buildings in the capital Port Vila and killing at least 14 people.
Earthquake doesn’t derail Vanuatu’s snap election – FBC News
1 day ago · While the December 17 earthquake upended Port Vila, killing 14 people and injuring many more, the election is going ahead as Vanuatu’s constitution requires an election to be held within 60 days of the dissolution of parliament. The date selected – January 16 – is the latest day possible allowed by law.
Quake-stricken Vanuatu heads to polls in snap election
1 day ago · A 7.3-magnitude earthquake rumbled through Vanuatu on Dec 17, rupturing roads, toppling buildings in capital Port Vila, and killing at least 14 people. “Instability will not help Vanuatu right ...
Earthquake doesn't derail Vanuatu's snap election | The ...
1 day ago · Earthquake doesn't derail Vanuatu's snap election. By Ben McKay. Updated January 16 2025 - 1:01pm, first published 12:55pm. By Ben McKay. Updated January 16 2025 - 1:01pm, first published 12:55pm.
Earthquake cannot derail Vanuatu's snap election | National ...
1 day ago · Voting is beginning in Vanuatu's snap election, remarkably going ahead despite the turbulence of a severe earthquake one month ago. Thursday has been declared a public holiday in the Pacific nation, when roughly 315,000 registered voters will have the chance to vote to send 52 MPs to parliament in Port Vila.
In wake of December earthquake, World Bank grants $30 Million ...
1 day ago · The World Bank continues to support Vanuatu to recover from the aftermath of last month’s devastating 7.3 magnitude earthquake with an additional US$30 million of funding. This new grant will provide US$20 million towards reconstruction and response immediately while making available US$10 million in contingent financing that will enable ...
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