This week, the Cook Islands becomes the centre stage for an event that holds a pivotal place on the regional calendar. The Pacific Islands Forum, commonly known as PIF,...
Solomon Islands
Campaign seen as ‘significant milestone’ for Solomons tourism
In a strategic move aimed at capitalising on the international TV coverage of the 2023 Pacific Games held in the Solomon Islands this month, Tourism Solomons and...
Letter from the Secretariat
Dear Members, We’ve been having a busy few months at the Business Councils’ secretariat office, with two major back-to-back events in the space of less than a month....
Conference Addresses Urgent Need for Climate Resilient Infrastructure in Pacific Islands
Beneath the stunning tapestry of diverse cultures, lush landscapes, and pristine waters of the Pacific Islands lies a pressing challenge that threatens both the...
Tourism Exchange to be hosted in the islands for the first time
The South Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) has officially announced the hosting of the 8th South Pacific Tourism Exchange (SPTE) in Fiji's tourism capital, the city...
Solomon Airlines, Air Vanuatu ink deal
Solomon Islands' national carrier, Solomon Airlines, has officially announced its partnership with Air Vanuatu, starting on October 30, 2023. This collaboration aims to...
Procurement Notice for Solomon Islands wharves
Design of Noro Port International and Domestic Wharves - SIIP/09/C1 Design of Buala Wharf - SIIP/14/C1 The Solomon Islands Infrastructure Program (SIIP) wishes to...
World Bank report picks optimistic growth prospects for Pacific
In a climate of uncertainty surrounding inflation and interest rates in major economies and trading partners, a new World Bank report brings a ray of hope for...
Solomon Airlines Unveils Sleek Airbus A320 with Custom Interiors
Solomon Airlines has unveiled its newest international aircraft, the Airbus A320 with registration H4-SAL, showcasing its modern and custom interiors. The aircraft...
Letter from the Secretariat
Last month the Council launched its new newsletter for members under the authorship of Dev Nadkarni, the Council’s new Communications, Partnerships and Relationships...
Study for Pacific workers’ alternative pathways into Australia concludes
The PACER Plus Implementation Unit (PPIU) has recently concluded a comprehensive study to identify alternative visa pathways that can facilitate the movement of...
Letter from the Secretariat
We recognise that our communication with members may have fallen behind in recent times, and we apologise for any inconvenience caused. In the midst of the Covid-19...