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Pacific economies face compounding global challenges: IMF official

Pacific economies face compounding global challenges: IMF official

May 13, 2025 | 2025, Blog, Pacific

This report is condensed from an interview with Nada Choueiri, Deputy Director of the IMF’s Asia and Pacific Department, Washington DC by PACNEWS Senior Journalist Pita...

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Uncertainty grows around Vanuatu’s Airbus payment

Uncertainty grows around Vanuatu’s Airbus payment

May 13, 2025 | 2025, Blog, Vanuatu

Concerns are mounting over the fate of a VT2 billion (US$16.5 million) deposit made by the Vanuatu Government in 2019 for Airbus aircraft that have yet to be delivered....

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Australia, Vanuatu strengthen economic ties at 7AVBF

Australia, Vanuatu strengthen economic ties at 7AVBF

Mar 31, 2025 | 2025, Blog, Vanuatu

The 7th Australia Vanuatu Business Forum, held from 12–13 March 2025 at the Warwick Le Lagon Hotel, marked a significant advancement in bilateral economic relations....

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Pacific Island nations confront trade shock from U.S. tariffs

Pacific Island nations confront trade shock from U.S. tariffs

Mar 31, 2025 | 2025, Pacific

The Trump administration’s sweeping imposition of new tariffs on a wide range of imports has triggered a global economic shake-up — and small Pacific Island nations are...

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UK’s Pacific Business Club launches in Australia

UK’s Pacific Business Club launches in Australia

Mar 31, 2025 | 2025, Blog, News, Pacific

The Australian arm of the UK Government's Pacific Business Club was launched last month – a timely and strategic initiative designed to support the development of...

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East Micronesia cable project reaches key milestone

East Micronesia cable project reaches key milestone

Mar 28, 2025 | 2025, Blog, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Pacific

The East Micronesia Cable (EMC) project has reached a major implementation milestone, with the first of four cable landing stations installed in Pohnpei, Federated...

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Australia reallocates aid to Indo-Pacific amid global shifts

Australia reallocates aid to Indo-Pacific amid global shifts

Mar 28, 2025 | 2025, News, Pacific

Australia is stepping up its aid commitments to the Indo-Pacific region, redirecting resources and reshaping its development strategy in response to significant cuts in...

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Urgent water security measures for island nations urged

Urgent water security measures for island nations urged

Mar 28, 2025 | 2025, Blog, Kiribati, Pacific, Tuvalu

Pacific Island nations such as Kiribati are being urged to adopt immediate and robust water security strategies as rising sea levels place increasing stress on fragile...

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Cook Islands-China seabed mining deal prompts concerns

Cook Islands-China seabed mining deal prompts concerns

Mar 28, 2025 | 2025, Blog, Cook Islands

The Cook Islands’ recent partnership with China for the exploration of seabed minerals has sparked debate both at home and abroad, as environmental groups and regional...

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Join industry leaders at the 7AVBF in Port Vila 12-13 March

Join industry leaders at the 7AVBF in Port Vila 12-13 March

Feb 27, 2025 | 2025, Blog, Events, Pacific, Vanuatu

Join the 7th Australia Vanuatu Business Forum #7AVBF is scheduled for March 12-13, 2025, at the Warwick Le Lagon Hotel in Port Vila, Vanuatu. Organised by the Australia...

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World Bank commits $110M for Kiritimati Island’s infrastructure

World Bank commits $110M for Kiritimati Island’s infrastructure

Feb 27, 2025 | 2025, Blog, Kiribati, Pacific

The World Bank has approved a USD 110 million (AUD 175 million) grant for Kiritimati (Christmas) Island in Kiribati. This six-year initiative aims to enhance...

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Australian firm builds three new bridges in Malaita Province

Australian firm builds three new bridges in Malaita Province

Feb 27, 2025 | 2025, Blog, Solomon Islands

Solomon Islands’ Malaita Province has officially inaugurated three newly constructed bridges along the Auki-Dala road. Built by Australian firm Reeves Envico, these...

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