by DevNadkarni | Feb 4, 2025 | 2025, Blog, Pacific
The Australian Infrastructure Financing Facility for the Pacific (AIFFP) has released its Annual Update for FY 2023-24, highlighting a shift from project origination to implementation across the Pacific and Timor-Leste. As of 30 June 2024, AIFFP had committed AUD 2...
by DevNadkarni | Feb 4, 2025 | 2025, Blog, Pacific, Solomon Islands, Uncategorized
Landowners of Kangava Bay, East Rennell, Solomon Islands, have filed a compensation claim against a group of international companies responsible for the 2019 oil spill, widely considered the most severe environmental disaster in the country’s history. The claim,...
by DevNadkarni | Feb 4, 2025 | 2025, Pacific
The World Bank, with backing from the United States and Australia, has announced a $77 million financial support plan aimed at strengthening the economic resilience of Pacific Island nations. This initiative seeks to mitigate the impact of Western banks exiting the...
by DevNadkarni | Feb 4, 2025 | 2025, Blog, Pacific, Solomon Islands
The Solomon Islands has signed a trade agreement with Japan to boost exports of key natural resources, including timber and seafood. This agreement marks a significant step in strengthening economic ties between the two nations and expanding market opportunities for...
by DevNadkarni | Feb 4, 2025 | 2025, Blog, Pacific, Samoa
Samoa has launched an ambitious renewable energy initiative aimed at reducing reliance on fossil fuels and transitioning to 100 per cent renewable electricity generation by 2025. The project is part of Samoa’s broader commitment to combat climate change and achieve...
by DevNadkarni | Jan 6, 2025 | 2025, Blog, Solomon Islands, Tonga
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has entered into landmark agreements with the governments of Solomon Islands and Tonga to advance renewable energy projects in both nations. Announced in December 2024, these partnerships aim to promote sustainable energy solutions and...
by DevNadkarni | Jan 6, 2025 | 2025, Blog, Vanuatu
Qantas subsidiary Jetstar has officially launched its new direct flight service from Sydney to Port Vila, Vanuatu, offering travellers a convenient and affordable connection to this picturesque Pacific Island nation. The service, which commenced operations in December...
by DevNadkarni | Jan 6, 2025 | 2024, Blog, Vanuatu
The President, Mr Simon Gorman, executive and members of the Australian Pacific Islands Business Council were shocked to see the devastation wrought yesterday by an earthquake on Port Vila, Vanuatu and surrounds. The images emerging of damage to infrastructure, and...
by DevNadkarni | Jan 6, 2025 | 2025, Blog, Vanuatu
Following a devastating 7.3 magnitude earthquake on December 17, 2024, the World Bank has moved swiftly to provide US$12 million in emergency funding to Vanuatu. This financial assistance is earmarked for immediate response and long-term recovery efforts, aiming to...
by DevNadkarni | Jan 6, 2025 | Uncategorized
Australia has committed $190 million to support the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force and will establish a new police training centre in Honiara. The funding package was announced by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in Canberra, following recent developments in...
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