by DevNadkarni | Feb 3, 2026 | 2026, News, Tokelau
Plans to construct a small airport in Tokelau have been scrapped by the New Zealand Government after years of planning and some NZD 3 million spent on design and feasibility studies. The decision has significant implications for the territory’s connectivity and...
by DevNadkarni | Feb 3, 2026 | 2026, Pacific, Palau
Palau’s tourism sector entered a new phase in 2026 as the Four Seasons Explorer continued to make waves in the luxury travel market, attracting affluent travellers and signalling a shift towards premium-segment tourism. The innovative floating resort combines high-end...
by DevNadkarni | Feb 2, 2026 | 2026, Blog, Pacific
Interest in deep-sea mining — the extraction of minerals from the ocean floor — is accelerating in global policy and commercial circles, with implications for the Pacific Islands’ economies and environmental stewardship frameworks. As demand for critical minerals such...
by DevNadkarni | Feb 2, 2026 | 2026, News, Palau
Palau has moved to strengthen its diplomatic presence in Australia following the unanimous confirmation of Roland Merar as the nation’s first resident Ambassador to the Commonwealth of Australia. The Palau Senate endorsed his appointment on 19 January, marking a new...
by DevNadkarni | Feb 1, 2026 | 2026, Pacific
We are pleased to welcome Michelle Wu to the Business Council Secretariat team, who joined us on 1 February as Operations and Business Members Manager. In this role, Michelle’s focus will be on strengthening member engagement and relationship building across the...
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