World Rugby boss Brett Gosper has told AFP there is "no question of closing out" Pacific teams from the competition and participation would be judged by on-field success alone, while chairman Bill Beaumont has said no decisions have been made.
That comes after revelations the league would include no Pacific teams, with no promotion-relegation.
Pacific Rugby Players CEO Aayden Clarke said it's positive to hear the latest comments.
"It is a massive turnaround, which is really positive.
