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...
Solomon Islands signs trade agreement with Japan
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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...
APIBC re-elects Simon Gorman as President
The Australia Pacific Islands Business Council (APIBC) is pleased to announce that at its 23rd Annual General Meeting, held in Brisbane on 21 November 2024, Mr Simon...
Reeves Envico triumphs at Australian Export Awards
Reeves Envico, a leader in community-transforming infrastructure projects across the Pacific, has been named the winner of the Professional Services category at the...
ANZ strengthens digital banking services across Pacific
ANZ Bank is reinforcing its commitment to the Pacific region by focusing on digital banking solutions to enhance financial inclusion and economic development. Operating...
Cruise industry boosts economic opportunities for islands
The cruise industry is charting new territory in the South Pacific, with several major cruise lines announcing expanded itineraries that include exotic and less-visited...
Australia Pacific Business Councils participate in talks at Samoa CHOGM
The Commonwealth Business Forum (CBF) 2024, held in Apia, Samoa on 23–24 October as part of the Commonwealth Heads of Government (CHOGM) and associated meetings, marked...
Kiribati’s $60M infrastructure project to boost trade, tourism
Kiribati’s strategic focus on developing its aviation and transport infrastructure is pivotal for its economic growth, tourism expansion, and climate resilience. The...
Pacific Leaders address New Caledonia unrest with mission
In late October 2024, leaders from the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) conducted a fact-finding mission to New Caledonia to assess the territory’s political and economic...
All that’s happening in the Blue Pacific skies
As a reader service for Australia Pacific Islands Business Council (APIBC) members, we are pleased to bring you this curated update about the latest developments in the...
Kava’s economic potential highlighted at CHOGM event
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...
Faleolo’s new terminal positions Samoa as Pacific travel hub
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...