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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...
New agreement strengthens PNG-Vanuatu ties
Prime Minister James Marape of Papua New Guinea and Prime Minister Charlot Salwai Tabimasmas of Vanuatu recently signed a framework agreement that solidifies a...
Reeves Envico, JB Pacific win big at Export Awards
Two proud members of the Australia Pacific Islands Business Council (APIBC) have earned significant recognition at recent export award ceremonies, highlighting their...
Bina Harbour build has opportunities for Australian companies
The Bina Harbour Development Project, outlined at the 13th Australia Solomon Islands Business Forum, is a landmark initiative aimed at establishing a world-class tuna...
Prospects for climate, infrastructure projects in Kiribati
Kiribati is facing critical infrastructure and energy challenges, which offer significant opportunities for investment. With the country heavily reliant on fishing and...
Solomon Islands sees banking resilience amid trade deficit
The Solomon Islands economy is showing moderate growth prospects with several positive trends across key sectors, as highlighted in a recent presentation by Raynold...
Solomon Is prioritises infrastructure to drive growth
The Solomon Islands is positioning infrastructure development at the core of its National Development Strategy (NDS) to drive economic growth and improve connectivity...
Small islands seek financing for maritime decarbonisation, renewables
Tuvalu and Palau are leading the call for stronger climate financing commitments on the global stage. Facing existential threats from rising sea levels, extreme...
Continued growth in the Pacific but resilience crucial: ADB
The Pacific Islands region is projected to experience economic growth of 3.3 per cent in 2024 and 4.0 per cent in 2025, according to the Asian Development Bank’s (ADB)...
Pacific’s growing role in global crime networks
The Pacific is increasingly becoming a crucial hub for transnational organised crime, serving as a key transit, operational, and destination point for global crime...