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...
World Bank report picks optimistic growth prospects for Pacific
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Vanuatu
Pacific Tourism Leaders Strengthen Regional Collaboration
Last month, the Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) hosted a successful meeting with representatives from the Vanuatu Tourism Organisation (VTO) and Fiji Airways,...
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...
French President Macron to visit Vanuatu, New Caledonia
French President Emmanuel Macron is set to embark on an unprecedented tour of Melanesia, including visits to Vanuatu and Papua New Guinea, as well as discussions in New...
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...
Pacific Infrastructure Conference Registration Now Open
The much-anticipated Developing Sustainable Resilient Infrastructure in the Blue Pacific conference has opened its bookings for delegates, trade booths, and advertising...
Business Councils’ joint delegation meets Australian Pacific Parliamentary Network
A joint delegation of executives from our three Business Councils (Australia Papua New Guinea, Australia Fiji and Australia Pacific Islands Business Councils) had a...
COCONUT WIRELESS – Hon Johnny Koanapo, Vanuatu Minister of Finance
Vanuatu's Minister of Finance, The Hon Johnny Koanapo speaks with Dr Jason Thomas (Vice President) while at beautiful Tanna island in Vanuatu, in this first edition of...
Profiling Women On Boards In The Pacific
Our member, Pacific Legal Network, recently interviewed two women on boards in the Pacific. Linked here are their stories. Profiling Women on Boards in the Pacific: Liz...
Building and Construction Contractors Wanted – Vanuatu
Council member Reeves International has been awarded the contract to deliver major infrastructure upgrades at the Cook and Tiroas Barracks in both Port Vila and...