by DevNadkarni | Feb 3, 2026 | 2026, News, Vanuatu
Vanuatu kicked off 2026 with a concerted push to strengthen its economic foundations, unveiling a clear policy agenda for trade and commercial growth and launching its first ever Foreign Investment Promotion Strategy, both of which are designed to attract capital,...
by DevNadkarni | Feb 3, 2026 | 2026, News, Solomon Islands
January saw a mix of expansion, disruption and policy debate across the Solomon Islands economy. Developments in aviation, hospitality, fisheries and natural resources highlighted both the opportunities opening up for investment and the ongoing structural challenges...
by DevNadkarni | Feb 3, 2026 | 2026, New Caledonia, News, Pacific
French mining conglomerate Eramet said it had reached a key agreement to convert intra-group debt of its Société Le Nickel (SLN) unit operating in New Caledonia, strengthening its financial footing in a challenging global metals market. This development provides...
by DevNadkarni | Feb 3, 2026 | 2026, Nauru, News
Nauru has rolled out its much-anticipated citizenship by investment programme as part of a broader strategy to diversify its economy and generate sustainable revenue streams. The scheme, officially named the Nauru Economic and Climate Resilience Citizenship Programme,...
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...
by DevNadkarni | Jan 8, 2026 | 2026, News, Vanuatu
Ralph Regenvanu has emerged as one of the Pacific’s most influential and principled public figures, combining political leadership with cultural advocacy and a sustained commitment to climate justice. His recognition as Pacific Person of the Year by respected Pacific...
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