In a promising turn of events for Vanuatu’s tourism sector, the Department of Tourism has announced the anticipated arrival of 50 cruise ships in the upcoming months,...
Revival of Vanuatu’s Tourism Industry Hinges on Cruise Ship Visits
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Increasing seasonal worker deaths cause concern
Some 16 people have lost their lives while participating in the Australian government’s seasonal workers program since the onset of the pandemic. These figures have...
Comment: One year, three agreements – shaping thinking on regional security
By James Batley, Former Australian High Commissioner to Solomon Islands (1997 to 1999) and Special Coordinator of the Regional Assistance Mission to Solomon Islands...
Australia’s Pacific business councils tie up with USP’s Journalism Programme
The Australia Pacific Islands Business Council along with The Australia Fiji and the Australia Papua New Guinea Business Councils has entered an informal arrangement...
EU commits €21.8m to climate resilient infrastructure in Pacific Islands
In a demonstration of its continued commitment to combat climate change and foster crucial infrastructure development, the European Union (EU) has inked three Financing...
What to expect from the 52nd Pacific Islands Leaders’ Meeting
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,...
‘Australia’s bid to host climate talks is welcome but its words must be matched with action’
By Ralph Regenvanu The Pacific Islands Forum this week will bring together nations who share what we call the Blue Pacific Continent, stretching from the hundreds of...
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...
What price for a Vanuatu passport?
By John Ridgway It is an interesting question. There are differing answers. Firstly, if you are born in Vanuatu or if you reside in Vanuatu for a designated period, the...