The Solomon Islands, like many Pacific nations, is navigating a challenging economic environment, shaped by both global disruptions and domestic shifts. At the...
Solomon Islands charts a steady path to economic recovery
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Opportunities for Australian businesses in Pacific leaders’ agenda
The outcomes of the 53rd Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Leaders Meeting held in Tonga in August present opportunities for Australian businesses to step up engagement with...
A new era of financial resilience for the Pacific?
World Bank President Ajay Banga’s recent visit to the Pacific marked a pivotal moment for the region, highlighting a renewed focus on tackling the unique challenges...
World Bank’s $68m lifeline for Pacific Islands
World Bank President Ajay Banga’s recent Pacific tour comes in the wake of a pivotal meeting between major financial institutions and regional banks that focused on the...
Labour mobility drives opportunities and challenges for Solomons
Labour mobility is both a vital opportunity and a significant challenge for the Solomon Islands, as presented by key speakers at the 13th Australia Solomon Islands...
Whither Solomons Tourism?
The tourism industry in the Solomon Islands holds great potential but faces several challenges that hinder its growth compared to other Pacific Island nations. As...
Honiara to host impressive line-up of speakers
The 13th Australia Solomon Islands Business Forum, coming up in Honiara from September 2-4, will feature a very distinguished group of speakers, each contributing their...
Secure your spot at the 13th Australia Solomon Islands Business Forum
The 13th Australia Solomon Islands Business Forum, set to take place in Honiara from September 2-4, 2024, is poised to be a pivotal event for business leaders and...
APIBC leaders reflect on successful North Pacific visit
A select delegation from the executive committee of the Australia Pacific Islands Business Council (APIBC), led by President Simon Gorman, Managing Director of Reeves...
Agriculture, manufacturing crucial sectors for Pacific economies
Westpac Director and Senior Economist Justin Smirk addressed the Executive Committee members of the Australia Fiji and Australia Pacific Islands Business Councils and...
Why Australia should be concerned if our major banks withdraw from the Pacific
This article co-authored by Bob Lyon and Anthony Bergin and has been republished here with permission from the original publisher, Strategic Analysis Australia. The...
Tonga, Vanuatu, and PNG see major aviation revivals
The Pacific's aviation sector is witnessing important developments, with key airlines in Tonga, Vanuatu, and Papua New Guinea taking strides towards stabilising and...