by DevNadkarni | Nov 8, 2024 | 2024, Blog, Events, News, Pacific, Samoa
At a side event during the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in Apia, Samoa, last month, Pacific Islands Forum Secretary General Baron Waqa highlighted the economic and cultural significance of kava, describing it as the Pacific’s “Green Gold.”...
by DevNadkarni | Nov 7, 2024 | 2024, Blog, News, Pacific, Samoa
The Samoa government celebrated the opening of its new $25 million (US$9.12 million) regional terminal at Faleolo International Airport, a project aimed at enhancing Samoa’s global connectivity and driving economic growth. The terminal is set to serve flights from...
by DevNadkarni | Nov 7, 2024 | 2024, Blog, News, Pacific, Samoa, Vanuatu
Prime Minister James Marape of Papua New Guinea and Prime Minister Charlot Salwai Tabimasmas of Vanuatu recently signed a framework agreement that solidifies a commitment between their nations to enhance economic and technical cooperation for mutual benefit. The...
by DevNadkarni | Oct 13, 2024 | 2024, Blog, News, Pacific
Two proud members of the Australia Pacific Islands Business Council (APIBC) have earned significant recognition at recent export award ceremonies, highlighting their contributions to the Pacific region and beyond. Reeves Envico, a prominent member of the APIBC, took...
by DevNadkarni | Oct 9, 2024 | 2024, Blog, Solomon Islands
The Bina Harbour Development Project, outlined at the 13th Australia Solomon Islands Business Forum, is a landmark initiative aimed at establishing a world-class tuna processing facility in Malaita Province. Led by the Solomon Islands’ Ministry of Fisheries and Marine...
by DevNadkarni | Oct 9, 2024 | 2024, Blog, Pacific
Kiribati is facing critical infrastructure and energy challenges, which offer significant opportunities for investment. With the country heavily reliant on fishing and agriculture, the Kiribati government has prioritised projects aimed at upgrading its infrastructure...
by DevNadkarni | Oct 9, 2024 | 2024, Blog, Solomon Islands
The Solomon Islands economy is showing moderate growth prospects with several positive trends across key sectors, as highlighted in a recent presentation by Raynold Moveni, Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Solomon Islands, at the 13th Australia Solomon Islands...
by DevNadkarni | Oct 9, 2024 | 2024, Blog, Solomon Islands
The Solomon Islands is positioning infrastructure development at the core of its National Development Strategy (NDS) to drive economic growth and improve connectivity across its fragmented islands. At the recent 13th Australia Solomon Islands Business Forum in Honiara...
by DevNadkarni | Oct 9, 2024 | 2024, Blog, News, Pacific
Tuvalu and Palau are leading the call for stronger climate financing commitments on the global stage. Facing existential threats from rising sea levels, extreme weather, and diminishing resources, both countries are seeking international support to help fund climate...
by DevNadkarni | Oct 9, 2024 | 2024, Blog, Pacific
The Pacific Islands region is projected to experience economic growth of 3.3 per cent in 2024 and 4.0 per cent in 2025, according to the Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) latest Pacific Economic Monitor report. The main drivers of this positive forecast include a rebound...
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