The Cook Islands has taken a bold step in expanding its international partnerships by signing a strategic cooperation agreement with China. The deal, which includes...
Cook Islands signs strategic deal with China
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Nauru, Australia sign security treaty, enhance ties
Nauru and Australia have signed a bilateral security treaty granting Australia the authority to veto any foreign military presence in Nauru. In return, Australia has...
Vanuatu gears up for Business Forum amid post-quake recovery
In just about a month's time, the 7th Australia Vanuatu Business Forum will get under way on 12-13 March 2025 at the Warwick Le Lagon Hotel in Port Vila. Organised by...
Businesses in New Caledonia struggle amid economic, security crises
This write up is based on an email interview by APIBC with Denis Etournaud in November 2024. Denis Etournaud is the Chairman of Bluescope Acier New Caledonia, as well...
ANZ commits to continued services in the Pacific
In a strategic move to maintain financial stability across the Pacific, ANZ has reaffirmed its commitment to providing banking services in nine Pacific Island nations,...
AIFFP advances $2B infrastructure investment in the 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...
Solomons landowners file claim for 2019 oil spill
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,...
World Bank initiates financial support for Pacific Islands
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...
Solomon Islands signs trade agreement with Japan
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...
Samoa launches renewable energy initiative
Samoa has launched an ambitious renewable energy initiative aimed at reducing reliance on fossil fuels and transitioning to 100 per cent renewable electricity...
New renewable energy deals for Solomon Is; 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...
Low-cost air travel offers hope for Vanuatu’s recovery
Qantas subsidiary Jetstar has officially launched its new direct flight service from Sydney to Port Vila, Vanuatu, offering travellers a convenient and affordable...